Baked Vegetable Lasagna

Gluten Free
Health score
31%
Baked Vegetable Lasagna
45 min.
8
423kcal

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If you’re looking for a delicious, hearty meal that’s not only satisfying but also gluten-free, look no further than this Baked Vegetable Lasagna. Bursting with vibrant colors and wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and is sure to impress family and friends alike. Each layer of silky gluten-free noodles encapsulates a delightful blend of roasted veggies, fragrant herbs, and creamy cheese, creating a comforting yet nutritious main course.

The star of this recipe is the rich tomato sauce, simmered to perfection with fresh garlic, basil, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a kick. Combined with a hearty filling of ricotta, tofu, and vegetables, each bite is packed with flavor and texture that will leave you wanting more. Not only is this lasagna a feast for the taste buds, but it also offers a balanced caloric breakdown—providing essential nutrients without compromising on taste.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes crushed undrained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 12  lasagna noodles gluten-free cooked
  • 0.5 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • ounces parmesan fresh grated
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • cups bell pepper red finely chopped ( 2 medium)
  • cup ricotta cheese 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 14 ounce tofu firm drained
  • 0.5 cup onion white chopped
  • medium zucchini thinly sliced quartered

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add white onion; saut 5 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add garlic; saut 1 minute or until golden.
  5. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, sugar, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, crushed red pepper, and tomatoes. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in basil and oregano. Cool.
  7. Combine ricotta, Parmigiano-Reggiano, tofu, egg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor; process 10 seconds or until blended. Stir in green onions. Set aside.
  8. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Add bell pepper, zucchini, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt to pan; saut 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender and liquid evaporates.
  10. Remove from heat; stir in parsley and remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  11. Spread 1/2 cup tomato mixture in bottom of a 13 x 9inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with 3 noodles.
  12. Spread 3/4 cup tomato mixture over noodles; top with 1 cup tofu mixture and 1 cup zucchini mixture. Repeat layers twice, ending with noodles.
  13. Spread remaining 3/4 cup tomato mixture over top.
  14. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes or until bubbly; top with mozzarella cheese.
  15. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
  16. Let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories423kcal
Protein17.71%
Fat35.15%
Carbs47.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.51
Glycemic Load
4.09
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.38826078954%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.38mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.39mg
Quercetin
3.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:422.63kcal
21.13%
Fat:17.02g
26.18%
Saturated Fat:6.11g
38.22%
Carbohydrates:51.36g
17.12%
Net Carbohydrates:45.91g
16.7%
Sugar:9.5g
10.56%
Cholesterol:50.68mg
16.89%
Sodium:648.35mg
28.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.29g
38.58%
Vitamin C:95.18mg
115.37%
Vitamin K:78.18µg
74.46%
Vitamin A:2720.77IU
54.42%
Calcium:367.19mg
36.72%
Phosphorus:234.52mg
23.45%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.34%
Vitamin E:3.27mg
21.83%
Fiber:5.45g
21.8%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.73%
Potassium:656.32mg
18.75%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.01%
Iron:3.22mg
17.91%
Folate:70.72µg
17.68%
Selenium:10.54µg
15.05%
Copper:0.26mg
12.97%
Magnesium:51.64mg
12.91%
Vitamin B3:2.18mg
10.9%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.69%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.09%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.97%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.55%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.7%
Source:My Recipes