Description
Indulge in the flavors of spring with this delightful Springtime White Lasagna. Filled with layers of lasagna noodles, creamy ricotta cheese, a variety of fresh vegetables, and a savory white sauce, this vegetarian dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Lasagna Noodles:
- 9 lasagna noodles
Vegetable Mixture:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Cheese Mixture:
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
White Sauce:
- 3 cups milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook noodles: Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions, drain, and lay flat on a baking sheet.
- Sauté vegetables: In a skillet, sauté garlic and onion, then add asparagus, zucchini, and mushrooms. Stir in spinach and basil.
- Prepare cheese mixture: Combine ricotta, egg, half of the Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Make white sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Layer lasagna: Spread sauce in baking dish, layer noodles, ricotta mixture, vegetables, sauce, and cheeses. Repeat layers twice.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
- Rest and serve: Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can substitute seasonal vegetables like peas, leeks, or artichoke hearts for variety.
- For added richness, sprinkle some shredded Gruyère on the top layer before baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
