Creamy Vegetable Lasagna Delight

Three-Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

A rich and satisfying baked dish layered with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and roasted vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy béchamel sauce. A Shavuot favorite with great texture and bold flavor.

1 HOURS 30 MINUTES | Moderate | 8 Servings

Nutrition per serving:

480 Cals, 23g Protein, 50g Carbs, 22g Fat, 11g Sugar

Time Required

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

The Vegetable Layer:

  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

The Cheese Filling:

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • Salt & pepper

Other Ingredients:

  • 1 box no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan (extra)
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups béchamel sauce (or more marinara for simplicity)
  • Fresh basil (for garnish)

Instructions

Roast vegetables & Mix cheese filling

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss zucchini, squash, peppers, and spinach with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 15–20 min.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, 1/4 cup parmesan, salt, and pepper.

Assemble lasagna

  1. Spread a layer of béchamel or marinara in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Add a layer of noodles, followed by ricotta mixture, roasted vegetables, shredded mozzarella, and sauce.
  3. Repeat layers, ending with sauce and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan.

Bake & Rest

  1. Bake covered with foil for 25 min, then uncover and bake another 20–25 min until golden and bubbly.
  2. Rest 10 min, then slice and serve.

A rich and satisfying baked dish layered with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and roasted vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy béchamel sauce. A Shavuot favorite with great texture and bold flavor.

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