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Vegetable Lasagna with creamy white sauce, fresh vegetables, and cheesy layers

Vegetable Lasagna with White Sauce

A hearty and colorful alternative to traditional lasagna, featuring layers of roasted vegetables, creamy ricotta, and a luxurious white sauce, making it perfect for families and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 each zucchini, sliced
  • 1 each yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 each red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 each egg
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Lasagna Assembly
  • 9 each lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss all the vegetables (except for the spinach) with olive oil and your seasonings. Roast them in the oven for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through. Stir in the spinach during the last minute to wilt it slightly.
  2. For the white sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it turns golden.
  3. Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens. Stir in the salt, pepper, nutmeg, and Parmesan cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the egg, the remaining Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and garlic powder until you achieve a smooth and creamy filling.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F. Spread 1 cup of the white sauce in the bottom of your baking dish.
  2. Layer the ingredients in the following order: lasagna noodles, ⅓ of the ricotta mixture, ⅓ of the roasted vegetables, a layer of the white sauce, and a sprinkling of mozzarella cheese.
  3. Repeat these layers two more times, finishing with a layer of sauce and cheese on top.
  4. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. After that, uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
  5. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to allow the layers to set.

Notes

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley. Pairs well with a salad or garlic bread. Can store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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