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Creamy Vegetable-Packed White Lasagna

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A light and fresh twist on classic lasagna, this creamy vegetable-packed white lasagna features layers of tender noodles, a garlicky ricotta-vegetable filling, and silky béchamel sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 9 lasagna noodles (regular; no-boil can work)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups béchamel sauce (ready-made or homemade)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a sheet or lightly oiled tray to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped spinach, diced zucchini, diced bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté 5–8 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper; remove from heat.
  5. Combine ricotta and grated Parmesan in a mixing bowl. Fold in the cooked vegetables and taste for seasoning.
  6. Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce across the bottom of the prepared dish. Lay 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta-vegetable mixture over the noodles, then spoon several ladles of béchamel over the filling.
  7. Repeat: 3 noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, more béchamel. Top with final 3 noodles and remaining béchamel.
  8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the béchamel. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
  9. Bake covered for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  10. Let the lasagna rest 8–10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This lasagna is perfect for make-ahead dinners and reheats beautifully. Serve with a crisp salad or garlic bread.

Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/loaded-veggie-white-lasagna/