Welcome to the world of convenient vegetarian lasagna, a delectable dish that caters to vegetarians and those seeking a meatless alternative. This lasagna is not just convenient but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit different dietary preferences and tastes. From a classic lasagna with layers of pasta, vegetables, and a creamy sauce to a lighter and healthier version made with zucchini noodles, there's something for everyone to enjoy. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and satisfying lasagna that will impress your family and friends. Let's dive into the world of flavors and explore the delightful vegetarian lasagna recipes we have in store for you.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
VEGETABLE LASAGNA
Golden cheese, Italian flavors, fresh veggies and a robust sauce shine in this healthy vegetable lasagna. Loaded with zucchini, spinach and more!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Dinner
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sweet potato, bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, dried basil, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Cook until the vegetables are tender and begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Add the tomato sauce and balsamic to the vegetables. Stir to combine then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl add the ricotta, 1/4 cup Parmesan, egg, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well, until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Stir in the spinach, using a fork to break it up and distribute it as evenly with the ricotta mixture as possible.
- Spread a thin layer of the vegetable tomato sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles on top, breaking the ends if needed so that they fit. Leave some space around the noodles, as they will expand as they cook.
- Top the noodles with 1/3 of the remaining sauce, half of the ricotta mixture, the next 1/3 portion of the sauce, and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella.
- Top with 3 more noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and 1/2 cup mozzarella (no tomato sauce in this layer).
- Top the cheese with the 3 final noodles. Spread the remaining sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and remaining ¼ cup Parmesan.
- Cover the lasagna with foil (be careful not to let the foil touch the top of the cheese or it will stick-I like to stick a few toothpicks in the top of the lasagna so that they are poking up and keep the foil off of the cheese). Bake it covered for 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, uncover, and rotate the pan by 180. Continue cooking uncovered for 15 to 20 more minutes, until it is hot and bubbly and the cheese is beginning to have brown spots.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes to set. Sprinkle with fresh basil, then slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 8), Calories 356 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g
THE BEST VEGETARIAN LASAGNA RECIPE EVER
Layered pasta cradles a trio of cheeses and sweet Italian tomato sauce, and then it's all baked up until bubbling and gooey. Hearty vegetarian comfort food at its best!
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Categories Main Course
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add the olive oil to a large pan over medium heat. When hot, add the onion, bell pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent and the pepper is tender, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for one more minute.
- Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, honey or sugar, salt, and pepper. If you're using whole tomatoes, break up the tomatoes with a spoon. To save time, I will sometimes give whole tomatoes a quick spin in the blender to break them down a bit, then add them to the pot. (This is also a good method if you're serving people who don't like tomato chunks in their sauce).
- Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat, until the sauce comes to a boil. Turn the heat to low, partially cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the parsley, then remove from the heat.
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grab a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan. Smear a little of the sauce on the bottom of the pan. Add a single layer of pasta, breaking to fit as needed. Using a couple of spoons (one to scoop and one to scrape it off), plop half the ricotta all over the noodles in little mounds. Top with 1/3 of the remaining sauce. Sprinkle on half of the mozzarella.
- Repeat with a layer of pasta, then the rest of the ricotta, then another third of the sauce, then the remaining mozzarella.
- Add a last layer of pasta and spread the remaining sauce over the top. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake until bubbly and melty and the pasta is tender, about 45 minutes. If the top begins to get brown, cover with foil during the last 10 minutes or so of baking.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.
- Keeps refrigerated covered or in an airtight container for about 3 days. It also keeps frozen for several months. I have also frozen single-portion leftovers in individual freezer bags for quick and easy lunches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 kcal, Sugar 7 g, Sodium 608 mg, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Carbohydrate 83 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY VEGETARIAN LASAGNA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and soften, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper and set aside.
- 2. Combine the lasagna noodle pieces with 1 cup water in a large bowl and stir with a rubber spatula. Add the heavy cream and stir until the pieces are evenly coated. Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan, nutmeg, red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the kale mixture and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with the shredded mozzarella
- 3. Cover the dish with nonstick foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and cook until the lasagna is bubbly and slightly browned on top, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes and serve.
VEGETARIAN LASAGNE
Make our easy vegetarian lasagne using just a handful of ingredients. You can use ready-made tomato sauce and white sauce, or batch cook he sauces and freeze them
Provided by Emma Lewis
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make the tomato sauce, heat the olive oil in a saucepan. Add the onions, garlic and carrot. Cook for 5-7 mins over a medium heat until softened. Turn up the heat a little and stir in the tomato purée. Cook for 1 min, pour in the white wine, then cook for 5 mins until this has reduced by two-thirds. Pour over the chopped tomatoes and add the basil leaves. Bring to the boil then simmer for 20 mins. Leave to cool then whizz in a food processor. Will keep, cooled, in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for three months.
- To make the white sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the plain flour, then cook for 2 mins. Slowly whisk in the milk, then bring to the boil, stirring. Turn down the heat, then cook until the sauce starts to thicken and coats the back of a wooden spoon. Will keep, cooled, in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for three months.
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Lightly oil two large baking trays and add the peppers and aubergines. Toss with the olive oil, season well, then roast for 25 mins until lightly browned.
- Reduce the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Lightly oil a 30 x 20cm ovenproof dish. Arrange a layer of the vegetables on the bottom, then pour over a third of the tomato sauce. Top with a layer of lasagne sheets, then drizzle over a quarter of the white sauce. Repeat until you have three layers of pasta.
- Spoon the remaining white sauce over the pasta, making sure the whole surface is covered, then scatter over the mozzarella and cherry tomatoes. Bake for 45 mins until bubbling and golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To save time, use no-boil lasagna noodles. They will cook perfectly in the oven and you won't have to worry about boiling them beforehand.
- Be sure to drain the tofu well before using it in the lasagna. This will help to prevent the lasagna from becoming too watery.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your lasagna. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
- Be sure to season the lasagna well. Use a combination of herbs and spices to create a flavorful dish.
- Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the lasagna to set.
Conclusion:
This convenient vegetarian lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this lasagna is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a vegetarian lasagna recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.
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