Layered Grilled Vegetable Lasagna Delight
Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our Layered Grilled Vegetable Lasagna Delight. This vibrant dish showcases a medley of grilled vegetables, including succulent eggplants, tender zucchini, and sweet bell peppers, all baked to perfection between layers of no-boil lasagna noodles. Enhanced with a creamy ricotta filling and a touch of flavorful pesto, this lasagna is both satisfying and nutritious. Ideal for family gatherings or meal prep, this dish not only pleases the palate but also makes for an impressive presentation at your dinner table.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggplant
3 (Cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices (about 3 lb))
Zucchini
3 (Cut lengthwise into 1/8 inch slices (about 1 1/4 lb))
Salt
1 teaspoon, divided (for seasoning)
Pepper
3/4 teaspoon, divided (for seasoning)
Red Peppers
2 (Quartered and seeded)
Fat-free Ricotta Cheese
15 ounces (for filling)
Large Egg
1 (beaten)
Grated Asiago Cheese
3/4 cup, divided (for layering)
Fresh Basil
1/4 cup (minced)
Fresh Parsley
1/4 cup (minced)
Lasagna Noodles
9 (no-boil type)
Marinara Sauce
26 ounces (homemade or jarred)
Part-skim Mozzarella Cheese
3/4 cup (shredded)
Pesto Sauce
1/4 cup (homemade or jarred)
Instructions
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1. Begin by preheating your grill to medium-high heat.
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2. Prepare the eggplants and zucchini by coating them in cooking spray, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Grill the eggplant and zucchini slices for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until they become tender. Remove from grill and allow to cool before combining them in a large mixing bowl.
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3. Grill the quartered bell peppers skin-side down for around 3 minutes or until they are tender. After grilling, slice the bell peppers into 1-inch wide strips and add them to the eggplant mixture.
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4. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, 1/2 cup of asiago cheese, minced basil, minced parsley, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper until well combined.
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5. Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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7. In a 13x9 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray, spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
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8. Layer half of the grilled vegetable mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
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9. Place another 3 noodles on top, followed by 1 cup of marinara sauce and the remaining grilled vegetable mixture. Add the rest of the ricotta mixture and spread pesto over the top. Finish with another 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese.
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10. Cover with the last 3 noodles, then spoon 1 cup of marinara sauce over them. Sprinkle the remaining asiago and mozzarella cheeses on top.
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11. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Once baked, allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish described in this recipe?
The main dish is the Layered Grilled Vegetable Lasagna Delight, a vibrant meal featuring grilled eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers.
What type of vegetables are used in the lasagna?
The recipe uses eggplant, zucchini, and red bell peppers.
How should the eggplant be sliced?
The eggplant should be cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices.
How should the zucchini be sliced?
The zucchini should be cut lengthwise into 1/8 inch thick slices.
What is the preheating temperature for the grill?
The grill should be preheated to medium-high heat.
How long do the eggplant and zucchini need to grill?
They should be grilled for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side until tender.
How are the red bell peppers grilled?
The quartered bell peppers should be grilled skin-side down for around 3 minutes until tender.
What ingredients are in the ricotta filling?
The filling consists of fat-free ricotta cheese, a large egg, 1/2 cup of asiago cheese, minced basil, minced parsley, salt, and pepper.
What is the oven temperature for baking the lasagna?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many lasagna noodles are used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 9 lasagna noodles.
What size baking dish is required?
A 13x9 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray is required.
How long does the lasagna need to bake?
The lasagna should bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
Is there a resting period after baking?
Yes, allow the lasagna to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Does this recipe include meat?
No, this is a vegetarian lasagna recipe.
What type of ricotta cheese is recommended?
The recipe specifies 15 ounces of fat-free ricotta cheese.
What kind of asiago cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of grated asiago cheese, divided.
What herbs are included for flavor?
Fresh basil and fresh parsley are used, both minced.
How much marinara sauce is needed?
You will need 26 ounces of marinara sauce, either homemade or jarred.
What type of mozzarella is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese.
Is pesto sauce included in the layers?
Yes, 1/4 cup of pesto sauce is spread over the ricotta mixture in the middle layer.
Are the lasagna noodles 'no-boil'?
Yes, the recipe specifies no-boil lasagna noodles, though they are cooked according to package instructions in step 5.
How do you prepare the bell peppers after grilling?
After grilling, the peppers should be sliced into 1-inch wide strips.
How much salt and pepper is used for seasoning the vegetables?
1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper are used initially for the eggplant and zucchini.
What goes on the bottom of the baking dish?
The assembly starts with 1/2 cup of marinara sauce spread on the bottom of the dish.
What is the final topping for the lasagna before baking?
The final layer consists of marinara sauce sprinkled with the remaining asiago and mozzarella cheeses.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, it is described as ideal for family gatherings or meal prep.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients in total.
What is the purpose of the cooking spray?
Cooking spray is used to coat the vegetables before grilling and to coat the baking dish.
What are the suggested tags for this dish?
Suggested tags include lasagna, vegetable, grilled, italian, healthy, cheese, pasta, comfort food, vegetarian, and meal prep.
Can you summarize the assembly process?
The lasagna is built in three main layers of noodles, alternating with marinara, the grilled vegetable mix, the ricotta mixture, pesto, and cheeses.