Spicy Vegetarian Lasagna

Spicy Vegetarian Lasagna
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    253

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian lasagna, bursting with colorful bell peppers and a delightful cheesy filling, finished with a tantalizing kick of red pepper flakes. This is comfort food elevated!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    37 g
  • Cholesterol
    88 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    455 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well, rinse with cold water to prevent sticking, and lay flat on wax paper to cool. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and onion, and cook until the onion is translucent and the peppers are slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, water, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld. (35 minutes)

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Recipe View In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix well until thoroughly combined. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the vegetable sauce on the bottom of the dish. Reserve 1/2 cup of the sauce for topping. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Arrange three lasagna noodles lengthwise over the sauce. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture over the noodles, followed by a layer of the vegetable sauce. Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of noodles. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Spread the reserved sauce evenly over the top layer of noodles. Sprinkle with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes, or until bubbly. Remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown. (50 minutes)

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Recipe View Let stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting and serving. This allows the lasagna to set, making it easier to slice. (15 minutes)

For an even richer flavor, consider using roasted bell peppers.
Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, can be added to the cheese mixture for extra freshness.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend the vegetable sauce.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms to the sauce.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 84 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Elinor Mueller

    This lasagna was a huge hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and the little kick from the red pepper flakes.

  • Rubie Crist

    I'm not usually a fan of vegetarian lasagna, but this one is delicious! The red pepper flakes add just the right amount of heat.

  • Shyann Casper

    Easy to follow recipe and the lasagna turned out amazing! I added some spinach to the sauce for extra nutrients.

  • Noemie Langosh

    I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. The vegetables are so vibrant, and the cheese mixture is perfectly seasoned.

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