High Protein Veggie Lasagna: A Wholesome Twist on Comfort Food
A delightful and nutritious take on classic lasagna, packed with protein and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 9 sheets lasagna noodles
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 2 cups zucchini, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, spinach, lentils, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, followed by a layer of noodles, then the ricotta mixture, and a layer of vegetables. Repeat layers.
- Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken or extra lentils.
- Feel free to use any vegetables of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: High Protein Veggie Lasagna