Here’s a new twist on lasagna made with vegetables and a creamy pesto base. It’s a great option for entertaining when you need to satisfy a lot of different guests’ tastes. The roasted vegetables also make a great side dish that goes with any meat. They can be made a day in advance. I often bake a double batch and set half aside to go with another meal.
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini, sliced lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch squares
- 2 cups bite-sized broccoli pieces
- 1 ½ cups bite-sized baby carrot pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, or more to taste (Optional)
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 6 lasagna noodles, or more as needed
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 2 tablespoons pesto, or more to taste
- 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 (6 ounce) package fresh spinach
- 1 (16 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Arrange zucchini, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots in a single layer on the baking sheet. Coat with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
Step 3
Roast vegetables in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 40 minutes.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
Step 5
Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish with one layer of lasagna noodles.
Step 6
Toss the roasted vegetables with Alfredo sauce and pesto until well coated. Spread mixture over the noodles in the dish. Place another layer of noodles over the vegetables.
Step 7
Mix ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and spinach together and spread mixture over the noodle layer. Distribute mozzarella cheese evenly over the ricotta layer. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and oregano on top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and cheese is melted, 30 to 35 minutes. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes to lightly brown the top layer, if desired.
Cook’s Note:
Basil may be substituted for spinach, if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 497 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat31g | 40% |
Saturated Fat15g | 74% |
Cholesterol76mg | 25% |
Sodium954mg | 41% |
Total Carbohydrate25g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 10% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein30g | |
Vitamin C45mg | 224% |
Calcium774mg | 60% |
Iron2mg | 11% |
Potassium419mg | 9% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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