Vegetable Lasagna: Your Go-To Guide

Editor’s Note: First published on April 16, 2014, this article was updated on October 19, 2023. We’ve fixed a broken link and enriched the content to improve your reading experience.

Vegetable lasagna takes the comfort food classic to a new level. Who doesn’t love lasagna, with its layers of cheesy goodness? But when you add a variety of colorful, sautéed vegetables, you get a tasty twist that’s not just for vegetarians. It’s a delicious option for anyone wanting to include more veggies.

What Makes Vegetable Lasagna Special?

The star of vegetable lasagna is, of course, the vegetables. You can use a mix of your favorites. Think mushrooms, fennel, peppers, and zucchini. The options are endless! These veggies are sautéed in olive oil and seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic. Yum!

The Cheese Factor

Cheese is a big deal in any lasagna. In vegetable lasagna, you get a triple treat! Ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan all make an appearance. Some recipes even suggest adding a splash of heavy cream to the ricotta. This makes it extra creamy.

The Sauce

A good sauce can make or break a lasagna. For vegetable lasagna, a simple red sauce works wonders. It’s made from tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. Add in some oregano, red pepper flakes, and maybe some fresh basil. You’ve got a sauce that’s full of flavor.

Ingredients You’ll Need

– Diced Vegetables (4 cups)
– Olive Oil (4 tablespoons)
– Salt and Pepper
– Garlic (3 cloves)
– Ricotta Cheese (1 pound)
– Mozzarella Cheese (1 pound)
– Parmesan Cheese (1 cup)
– Tomato Paste (1 small can)
– Crushed Tomatoes (1 large can)
– Dried Oregano (1 teaspoon)
– Optional: Heavy Cream, Fresh Basil

You can check out this fantastic vegetable lasagna recipe for the full recipe and cooking steps. Plus, there’s an instructional video to guide you through each step, making it even easier to create this delicious dish.

So, next time you’re in the mood for lasagna, why not try vegetable lasagna? It’s a dish that’s both hearty and healthy. Plus, it’s an excellent way for your family to eat more veggies. Give it a try!

Bon Appétit

 

 

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Editorial Update: We strive to keep our content accurate and up-to-date. As part of our ongoing efforts, this article has been moved from Recipe to FOOD & COOKING on 09/14/2023.