Fresh Vegetable Lasagna

Health score
21%
Fresh Vegetable Lasagna
45 min.
8
317kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that brings the garden to your table, look no further than this Fresh Vegetable Lasagna. Perfectly layered with rich, savory flavors, this recipe showcases the versatility of fresh vegetables while satisfying cheesy cravings. With a medley of crisp-tender zucchini, flavorful bell peppers, and earthy mushrooms, this lasagna is not just a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal for the body.

What's even better? This lasagna comes together in just 45 minutes and serves 8, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week. Each slice is bursting with the goodness of fat-free ricotta, part-skim mozzarella, and grated Parmesan, all enveloped in a luscious Basic Marinara Sauce that ties everything together beautifully. It’s a fantastic way to sneak in those essential veggies without compromising on taste.

Not only is this dish a celebration of fresh produce, but it's also a healthier alternative to traditional lasagna, boasting only 317 calories per serving. The balance of protein, carbs, and a touch of healthy fats will keep you feeling energized and satisfied. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a show-stopping main course, this Fresh Vegetable Lasagna is sure to impress. Dive into a hearty slice and savor the deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese fat-free
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cups tomatoes 
  • oz no boil lasagna noodles 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese divided freshly grated
  • oz part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • medium size bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • medium size bell pepper yellow chopped
  •  onion yellow chopped
  • 1.5 lb zucchini halved lengthwise thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Bake zucchini, mushrooms, and garlic in a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray 12 to 14 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring halfway through. Repeat procedure with bell peppers and onion. Reduce oven temperature to 35
  3. Toss together vegetables and salt in a bowl.
  4. Stir together ricotta, egg, 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Spread 1 cup Basic Marinara Sauce in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with 3 noodles, 1 cup sauce, one-third of ricotta mixture, and one-third of vegetable mixture; repeat layers twice, beginning with 3 noodles. Top with remaining noodles and 1 cup sauce.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan.
  7. Bake, covered, at 350 for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.
  8. Let stand 10 minutes.
  9. Note: We tested with Ronzoni Oven Ready Lasagna.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein25.83%
Fat22.94%
Carbs51.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.63
Glycemic Load
3.64
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.415217264839%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.25mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
3.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:317.35kcal
15.87%
Fat:8.29g
12.75%
Saturated Fat:4.2g
26.25%
Carbohydrates:41.63g
13.88%
Net Carbohydrates:36.49g
13.27%
Sugar:11.69g
12.98%
Cholesterol:66.87mg
22.29%
Sodium:1223.11mg
53.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.99g
41.97%
Vitamin C:74.12mg
89.85%
Calcium:397.43mg
39.74%
Vitamin A:1553.13IU
31.06%
Phosphorus:293.87mg
29.39%
Potassium:965.22mg
27.58%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.49%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.39%
Fiber:5.14g
20.55%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.12%
Vitamin E:2.69mg
17.9%
Copper:0.35mg
17.58%
Selenium:12.15µg
17.36%
Vitamin B3:3.26mg
16.31%
Folate:58.22µg
14.56%
Magnesium:55.42mg
13.86%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.23%
Vitamin B5:1.3mg
13.03%
Iron:2.3mg
12.79%
Vitamin K:9.32µg
8.88%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.49%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.4%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.99%
Source:My Recipes