Colorful Vegetable Lasagna

Health score
39%
Colorful Vegetable Lasagna
45 min.
8
333kcal

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Indulge in a vibrant and wholesome meal with our Colorful Vegetable Lasagna, a delightful dish that brings together a medley of fresh vegetables and rich flavors. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this lasagna is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a fantastic choice for health-conscious food lovers.

Imagine layers of tender lasagna noodles enveloped in a luscious blend of fat-free ricotta cheese, savory mushrooms, and a rainbow of bell peppers, all harmoniously combined with a zesty marinara sauce. Each bite offers a satisfying balance of textures and tastes, ensuring that even the pickiest eaters will be coming back for seconds.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings with family and friends. It serves eight, making it perfect for sharing, and at only 333 calories per serving, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that you’ll feel energized and satisfied.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, our Colorful Vegetable Lasagna is easy to make and sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a delicious masterpiece that will brighten up your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce pre cremini mushrooms 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese fat-free
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • ounces precooked lasagna noodles 
  • cups basic marinara divided
  • cup onion chopped
  • ounces parmesan cheese fresh divided grated
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • cup bell pepper red chopped ( 1 medium)
  • cup bell pepper yellow chopped ( 1 medium)
  • cups zucchini halved lengthwise thinly sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  3. Add bell peppers, onion, zucchini, and mushrooms; saut 10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and mushroom liquid evaporates.
  4. Add garlic; saut 30 seconds.
  5. Combine 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, ricotta, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and egg, stirring well.
  6. Spread 1 cup Basic Marinara over bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with 3 noodles. Spoon 1 cup Basic Marinara evenly over noodles. Top evenly with one-third of ricotta mixture and one-third of vegetable mixture. Repeat layers twice, ending with noodles. Top with remaining 1 cup Basic Marinara.
  7. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Cover and bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese melts.
  8. Let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories333kcal
Protein26.57%
Fat21.99%
Carbs51.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.25
Glycemic Load
12.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.247826275618%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.31mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
4.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:332.75kcal
16.64%
Fat:8.25g
12.69%
Saturated Fat:4.47g
27.92%
Carbohydrates:43.44g
14.48%
Net Carbohydrates:38.2g
13.89%
Sugar:12.64g
14.04%
Cholesterol:53.59mg
17.86%
Sodium:1085.55mg
47.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.44g
44.88%
Vitamin C:84.44mg
102.35%
Selenium:41.66µg
59.52%
Calcium:442.89mg
44.29%
Phosphorus:402.07mg
40.21%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
37.2%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.74%
Vitamin A:1664.39IU
33.29%
Potassium:1125.74mg
32.16%
Copper:0.63mg
31.54%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
26.97%
Vitamin B3:4.94mg
24.68%
Fiber:5.24g
20.97%
Vitamin B5:1.88mg
18.76%
Folate:74.89µg
18.72%
Zinc:2.79mg
18.61%
Magnesium:74.19mg
18.55%
Vitamin E:2.75mg
18.37%
Iron:2.81mg
15.6%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.54%
Vitamin K:9.25µg
8.81%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.16%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.01%
Source:My Recipes