Mozzarella Roasted Vegetable Lasagna with Creamy Ricotta
A vibrant, wholesome, and cheesy lasagna layered with perfectly roasted vegetables, creamy ricotta, and melty mozzarella. Comfort food at its best—meat-free, hearty, and absolutely satisfying.
Ingredients
Pasta & Cheese:
- 9 lasagna sheets
- 300g grated mozzarella cheese
- 250g ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Roasted Vegetables:
- 2 zucchini, diced
- 1 eggplant, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Other:
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
1️⃣ Roast the Vegetables:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- On a large baking tray, toss zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until tender and golden. Set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Lasagna Sheets:
- Meanwhile, cook lasagna sheets according to package instructions.
- Drain and set aside on a clean kitchen towel.
3️⃣ Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, egg, garlic powder, chopped basil, and ½ of the Parmesan cheese.
- Stir until creamy and smooth.
4️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna:
- In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom.
- Layer the ingredients as follows:
- Lasagna sheets
- Ricotta mixture
- Roasted vegetables
- Mozzarella cheese
- Repeat the layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with a generous topping of mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
5️⃣ Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden.
6️⃣ Rest and Serve:
- Let the lasagna rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh basil or extra cheese if desired.
Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a light green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Great for meal prep—tastes even better the next day!
- Swap ricotta for cottage cheese if preferred.
Prep & Nutrition Info
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: ~430 kcal per serving (approximate)
