Best 6 No Bake Summer Lasagna Recipes

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Cool down this summer with this no-bake lasagna that only requires 30 minutes of prep time. This layered lasagna recipe uses fresh summer vegetables, like zucchini, tomatoes, and spinach, along with hearty ingredients such as pasta, cheese, and pesto. Alternatively, you may substitute the vegetables with eggplant and bell peppers. For those who prefer a meaty lasagna, there's a recipe for you as well. Ground beef is cooked with a simple tomato sauce before being layered in the lasagna. No matter which recipe you choose, this no-bake lasagna is a delicious, refreshing, and easy way to enjoy lasagna during the hot summer months.

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NO-BAKE SUMMER LASAGNA



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These lasagnas are light yet substantial. Best of all, you don't have to turn on the oven.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup ricotta
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 lasagna noodles, broken in half crosswise
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
2 zucchini (about 1 pound total), halved if large and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, and 2 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles according to package instructions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until slightly broken down, about 3 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil and zucchini to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to another bowl and stir in basil.
  • Place some tomatoes on four plates; top with a noodle and small spoonfuls ricotta, zucchini, and more tomatoes. Repeat layering twice, then top with remaining noodles and tomatoes. Garnish with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 12 g

BEEF AND SPINACH LASAGNA



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Using no-cook noodles gives you a jump start on assembling this hearty beef and spinach lasagna. It cuts nicely after standing a few minutes, revealing flavorful layers. -Carolyn Schmeling, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 jars (24 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
9 no-cook lasagna noodles
Minced fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble beef drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, garlic, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, ricotta and 1 cup mozzarella cheese., Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with 3 noodles. Spread 1-1/2 cups sauce to edges of noodles. Top with half of the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with the remaining noodles, sauce and 1 cup mozzarella cheese., Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. If desired, top with minced fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 702mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

NO-BAKE LASAGNA



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You don't need to turn on the oven for this lasagna, so it's perfect for summer. The noodles and sauce are simply layered on a plate...even my husband can make it! This is a satisfying vegetarian entree. -Norma Montgomery, Groveland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon canola oil
3/4 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lasagna noodles
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add the spaghetti sauce, tomato, basil and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook lasagna noodles according to package directions., Add mozzarella cheese to the sauce; cook on low until cheese is melted. Drain noodles; cut into thirds. For each serving, on a plate, layer 2 tablespoons of sauce and two noodle pieces. Repeat layers twice. Top with 2 tablespoons sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

LAZY NO-BAKE LASAGNA



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound mild Italian sausage, casings removed
2 cups Classic Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
12 ounces mafaldine corte or farfalle pasta
8 ounces mini mozzarella balls
3/4 cup ricotta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Torn basil leaves, for topping
1/3 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
Three 26-ounce cartons chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 large basil sprig
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large, wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 6 minutes. Add the Marinara and 3 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Add the pasta, then partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is coating it nicely, about 16 minutes. Stir in the mozzarella and ricotta, then sprinkle with the Parmesan and basil, and serve.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until it just turns golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, basil, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the butter until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.

NO-BAKE SUMMER LASAGNA



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Categories     Sauce     Bake     Summer

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 lasagna noodles, broken in half crosswise
1 garlic clove, minced
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, and 2 teaspoons oil; season with salt and pepper. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to a bowl. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the zucchini to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to another bowl and stir in basil.
  • Divide one-third of the tomatoes among four plates; top each with a noodle half and small spoonfuls of ricotta, zucchini, and more tomatoes. Repeat with remaining noodles and tomatoes. Garnish with additional basil and serve.
  • Nutrition Information
  • (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 376
  • Fat: 19.3g (5.1g Saturated Fat)
  • Protein: 12.3g
  • Carbohydrates: 40.1g
  • Fiber: 4.3g

NO-BAKE LASAGNA WITH RICOTTA AND TOMATOES



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This deconstructed lasagna is not only healthful but quick to make. The noodles aren't baked under heavy layers of cheese and sauce -- just dressed with ingredients right after being boiled.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
7 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 cups mixed red and yellow cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (2 pints)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup chicken stock
8 lasagna noodles
2/3 cup small basil leaves
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1 ounce Pecorino Romano cheese, shaved

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a high-sided skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic until pale golden, about 3 minutes. Add 2 cups tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until soft, about 7 minutes. Add stock. Simmer until saucelike, about 1 minute. Add remaining cup tomatoes. Cook until warm, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
  • Toss pasta in skillet to coat. Stir in basil, reserving some for garnish.
  • Divide pasta among 4 plates. Top with any remaining sauce. Dot with ricotta, and drizzle with remaining teaspoon oil. Top with shaved cheese and remaining basil. Sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 g, Cholesterol 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 304 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fresh vegetables for the filling, such as zucchini, bell peppers, and spinach.
  • If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can substitute cottage cheese or cream cheese.
  • For a vegetarian lasagna, omit the ground beef and add more vegetables to the filling.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-cooked lasagna noodles.
  • To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.

Conclusion:

No-bake summer lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is also a great way to use up fresh vegetables from your garden. With a little planning, you can have this lasagna on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy summer meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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