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Vegetarian Lasagna
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
 

Full of flavor and hearty veggies, this truly is the Best Vegetarian Lasagna! Smothered in tender pasta, exquisite sauce and melty cheese this Lasagna is going to hit the spot! And I promise you won't miss the meat!

Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian American
Keyword: vegetarian lasagna
Servings: 12 Slices of Lasagna
Calories: 272 kcal
Author: Alyssa Rivers
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small zucchini chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms chopped
  • 2 large carrots chopped
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 6.5 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 6 ounce can tomato paste
  • 2 Tablespoons Italian Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 16 ounce ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup parmesan finely grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium high heat add the olive oil. Add in the zucchini, mushrooms, carrots and onion and sauté until tender. Add in the spinach and continue to cook until it starts to wilt.

  2. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, sugar, and basil. Let simmer on low heat.

  3. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.

  4. In medium sized bowl add the ricotta cheese, parmesan, and egg. Mix until incorporated.

  5. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a 9x13 inch pan with non stick spray and set aside.

  6. To make the lasagna start by spreading 1 cup of the vegetable sauce on the bottom. Arrange the noodles in a single layer over the sauce. Spread 1/2 cup of the ricotta cheese, on top of the noodles followed by shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers and top with cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake and additional 20-25 minutes or until it is heated throughout and cheese is bubbly. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Vegetarian Lasagna
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Cholesterol 50mg17%
Sodium 172mg7%
Potassium 258mg7%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 2833IU57%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 206mg21%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.