Loaded Veggie White Lasagna: A Healthy Twist on Tradition Recipe
This Loaded Veggie White Lasagna recipe is a healthy twist on the traditional favorite, packed with colorful vegetables and creamy cheeses, all layered between tender lasagna noodles and a rich béchamel sauce. Perfect for a satisfying family meal or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Llasagna Noodles:
9 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions.
Vegetable Mix:
2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 medium zucchini (diced), 1 bell pepper (chopped), 1 cup spinach (chopped), 1 cup mushrooms (sliced), 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste.
Cheese Mixture:
2 cups ricotta cheese, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
Béchamel Sauce:
3 cups béchamel sauce (store-bought or homemade).
Garnish:
½ cup fresh basil (chopped, optional).
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook Noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent. Add zucchini, bell pepper, spinach, and mushrooms. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until tender.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: Combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, and ½ cup Parmesan cheese in a bowl.
- Layer Ingredients: In a baking dish, layer béchamel sauce, noodles, cheese mixture, sautéed veggies, and repeat. Top with remaining sauce and cheeses.
- Bake: Cover with foil, bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool for 10 minutes, garnish with basil, and slice.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetable mix with your favorite veggies.
- Feel free to add more herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Veggie Lasagna, White Lasagna, Vegetable Lasagna, Healthy Lasagna
