Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
A vibrant and comforting vegetarian lasagna packed with caramelized roasted vegetables and layers of creamy, cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
- •2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- •1 large red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- •1 medium red onion, chopped
- •3 tablespoons olive oil
- •1 teaspoon dried oregano
- •24 ounces (680g) marinara sauce
- •9 no-boil lasagna noodles
- •15 ounces (425g) ricotta cheese
- •2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- •1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
- •1 large egg, lightly beaten
- •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- •Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper on a large baking sheet.
- 2
Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes until tender and slightly charred, then remove from the oven and set aside.
- 3
In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, beaten egg, half of the Parmesan, and the fresh basil.
- 4
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- 5
Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, top with a third of the ricotta mixture, a third of the roasted vegetables, a portion of the mozzarella, and more sauce.
- 6
Repeat the layers twice more, finishing with a final layer of noodles topped with the remaining sauce and the rest of the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- 7
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
💡 Chef tips
- For a deeper flavor, add a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the vegetables before roasting.
- You can assemble this lasagna up to 24 hours in advance and keep it refrigerated; just add 10-15 minutes to the covered baking time.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes after pulling it out of the oven to ensure clean, beautiful slices.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished lasagna should be golden and bubbling on top, with tender, caramelized vegetables and a rich, savory aroma that promises a perfectly balanced, cheesy bite.