Savory Veggie Lasagna Cups
These Savory Veggie Lasagna Cups are the perfect bite-sized twist on traditional lasagna! Filled with a medley of vibrant roasted vegetables and rich, creamy cheeses, each cup is a delightful explosion of flavors. The use of wonton wrappers not only adds a fun texture but also makes this dish incredibly easy to prepare—no boiling required! Ideal for a cozy family dinner or a fun cooking project with kids, these cups can be made ahead of time and frozen for busy days. Serve them fresh out of the oven or pack them for a delicious lunch at work. The explosion of flavors will astonish your guests or family, making every meal a memorable experience!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
wonton wrappers
30 (none)
small eggplant
1 (peeled and diced)
small zucchini
1 (diced)
onion
1 (diced)
red bell pepper
1 (diced)
button mushrooms
3 (diced)
garlic cloves
6 (sliced)
dried herbs
1 (tablespoon; choice of parsley, rosemary, or oregano)
salt
to taste (none)
pepper
to taste (none)
homemade tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce
1 (cup)
egg
1 (none)
fresh cilantro or parsley
1 (tablespoon, chopped)
black pepper
1/4 (teaspoon)
ricotta cheese
2 (cups)
grated parmesan cheese
3 (tablespoons, divided)
grated mozzarella cheese
2.5 (cups, divided)
basil leaves
6-12 (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Meanwhile, spray a 12-cup or Texas Jumbo 6-cup cupcake pan with olive oil.
2
On a large cookie sheet, spread out the diced eggplant, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and sliced garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and your choice of dried herbs. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, then toss the vegetables and roast for an additional 20 minutes until soft and golden, yielding about 3 cups of roasted veggies.
3
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted vegetables with the homemade tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce.
4
In another bowl, prepare the cheese mixture by combining ricotta cheese, egg, chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 cups of grated mozzarella cheese. Reserve 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese for later use.
5
Start layering the wonton wrappers in the bottom of your prepared cupcake pan. Begin with a wonton, add a layer of the cheese mixture, followed by a layer of the roasted veggies. Press down gently to compact the layers, and repeat until all ingredients are used. Finish with a top layer of veggies.
6
Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of mozzarella and 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese over the top of the lasagna cups.
7
Place the filled cupcake pan on a cookie sheet and bake in the oven for 20 minutes. Once baked, allow them to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish each cup with fresh basil leaves.
8
For more cooking inspiration, check out my video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOR-QkxRD_E
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Veggie Lasagna Cups?
They are a bite-sized twist on traditional lasagna made with wonton wrappers, roasted vegetables, and a creamy cheese blend.
What vegetables are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for eggplant, zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, button mushrooms, and garlic.
Do I need to boil lasagna noodles for this recipe?
No, this recipe uses wonton wrappers which do not require any boiling.
What temperature should I roast the vegetables?
The vegetables should be roasted at 450°F (230°C).
How long do the vegetables need to roast?
Roast the vegetables for a total of 40 minutes, tossing them halfway through the cooking time.
What is the baking temperature for the lasagna cups?
After roasting the vegetables, lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to bake the cups.
How many wonton wrappers do I need?
You will need approximately 30 wonton wrappers for this recipe.
What kind of cheese is in the cheese mixture?
The mixture includes ricotta cheese, grated mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Can I use store-bought pasta sauce?
Yes, you can use either homemade tomato sauce or your favorite store-bought spaghetti sauce.
What size cupcake pan is needed?
You can use a standard 12-cup cupcake pan or a Texas Jumbo 6-cup cupcake pan.
How do I layer the lasagna cups?
Start with a wonton wrapper, add cheese mixture, then roasted veggies, and repeat until the cup is full.
How long do the lasagna cups bake?
The filled lasagna cups bake for 20 minutes at 350°F.
Should I let the cups rest after baking?
Yes, it is recommended to let them rest for 10 minutes before serving so they set properly.
What is the best way to garnish the cups?
Garnish each cup with fresh basil leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, these cups can be made ahead of time and are even freezer-friendly.
What dried herbs work best?
You can use a tablespoon of dried parsley, rosemary, or oregano.
How many cups of roasted veggies does the recipe produce?
The roasting process yields about 3 cups of softened, golden vegetables.
Do I need to peel the vegetables?
The recipe specifically mentions peeling the eggplant before dicing.
How much ricotta cheese is required?
The recipe uses 2 cups of ricotta cheese.
What is the purpose of the egg in the cheese mixture?
The egg helps bind the cheese mixture together during the baking process.
Can I substitute the cilantro?
Yes, you can use fresh parsley instead of cilantro if you prefer.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Yes, it is described as an ideal cooking project for kids and a kid-friendly meal.
How do I prevent the cups from sticking?
Spray the cupcake pan thoroughly with olive oil before adding the wrappers.
How much mozzarella cheese should I reserve for the top?
Reserve 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese to sprinkle on top before baking.
What type of mushrooms should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 diced button mushrooms.
How do I slice the garlic?
The 6 garlic cloves should be sliced rather than minced before roasting.
Can these be packed for lunch?
Yes, they are durable enough to be packed for a delicious work or school lunch.
Should I season the vegetables before roasting?
Yes, drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
Where can I find a video of this recipe?
A video tutorial is available on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOR-QkxRD_E
What is the texture of these lasagna cups?
The wonton wrappers provide a fun, slightly crispy texture compared to traditional soft lasagna noodles.