Name: Vegetarian Lasagna
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: extra-virgin olive oil for roasting and the pan; 8 oz cremini mushrooms stemmed and quartered; 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1/2 medium yellow onion cut into 1/2-inch pieces; sea salt and black pepper; 15 lasagna noodles cooked al dente; 3 cups marinara sauce 24 oz; 3 cups fresh spinach; 3 cups whole milk ricotta cheese 24 oz; 3 garlic cloves grated; 2 tsp lemon zest; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated pecorino or Parmesan; fresh basil or parsley for garnish

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Overview

Prep40 min

Cook50 min

Total90 min

Servings8

DifficultyMedium

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Ingredients

extra-virgin olive oilfor roasting and the pan8 oz cremini mushroomsstemmed and quartered1 red bell peppercut into 1-inch pieces1 medium zucchinicut into 1/2-inch pieces1/2 medium yellow onioncut into 1/2-inch pieces sea salt and black pepper15 lasagna noodlescooked al dente3 cups marinara sauce24 oz3 cups fresh spinach3 cups whole milk ricotta cheese24 oz3 garlic clovesgrated2 tsp lemon zest2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1/2 cup grated pecorino or Parmesan fresh basil or parsleyfor garnish

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Equipment

Baking sheet
9x13-inch baking dish
Large pot
Mixing bowl
Knife and cutting board

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Method

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Roast the vegetables

Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss mushrooms, pepper, zucchini, and onion with oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 20 to 25 minutes until tender and browned. Reduce oven to 400°F. Cook noodles al dente and toss with a little oil.

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Make ricotta and layer

Stir ricotta with garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Oil a 9x13 pan, spread 1 cup marinara, then layer noodles, half the ricotta, half the spinach, half the veggies, and 2/3 cup sauce. Repeat, then finish with noodles, remaining sauce, and cheeses.

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Bake and rest

Bake uncovered at 400°F for about 30 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbling. Rest 20 minutes, garnish with basil or parsley, slice, and serve.

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Tips

NoteAurora prefers the garnish. I prefer the last bite.

NoteMake it once, then make it yours with tiny swaps.

NoteLeftovers are friends if you store them kindly.

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Nutrition

Caloriesvaries

NoteApproximate; depends on servings and toppings

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered and reheat gently when needed.

Best freshFlavor and texture are happiest the day you make it.

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Frequently asked

Can I change it a little?+

Yes — keep the heart of the method and swap toppings or veggies as you like.

How do I store leftovers?+

Cool, cover, and refrigerate. Reheat gently when needed.

Is this hard?+

No — easy steps, soft kitchen energy.

Vegetarian Lasagna

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment