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Loaded Veggie White Lasagna

Creamy Loaded Veggie White Lasagna for Healthy Comfort Food

This Loaded Veggie White Lasagna is a cozy, nutritious vegetarian meal, packed with creamy white sauce and colorful vegetables.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the White Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk Use whole or low-fat for best texture
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Vegetable Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can be swapped with butter
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 Red bell pepper Diced
  • 1 Yellow bell pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Zucchini Diced
  • 1 cup Frozen spinach Well-drained
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 15 ounces Ricotta cheese Cottage cheese is a substitute
  • ¾ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 Egg Optional for dairy-free
For Assembly
  • 9 sheets Lasagna noodles No-boil or regular
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Dairy-free cheese is an alternative

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • large bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in ¼ cup of all-purpose flour for 2 minutes until golden. Gradually add 2 cups of milk, whisking for about 5-7 minutes until thickened. Stir in nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté one chopped onion and 3 cloves of minced garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add diced red and yellow peppers, cooking for another 3-5 minutes. Stir in zucchini and well-drained frozen spinach, cooking until heated through. Allow to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 15 ounces of ricotta cheese, ¾ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 beaten egg. Mix thoroughly, then gently fold in the cooled vegetable filling.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes for regular). Drain and rinse with cold water.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of white sauce, layer with noodles, vegetable filling, and mozzarella. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of sauce and mozzarella.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
  7. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Whisk thoroughly while making the white sauce to avoid lumps. If too thick, add more milk gradually. Allow resting time for cleaner slices and enhanced flavors. You can prepare this lasagna up to 24 hours in advance.

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