High Protein Veggie Lasagna That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This High Protein Veggie Lasagna is a delicious combination of vibrant vegetables and creamy cheese, packed with flavor and nutrition.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Veggies

2 medium Zucchini thinly sliced and salted
2 medium Bell Peppers sautéed
3 cups Spinach lightly sautéed

For the Cheese Mixture

15 ounces Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese for extra protein
1 large Egg to bind the mixture
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Toppings

1 cup Parmesan Cheese can mix with other hard cheeses
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese adjust to preference

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
mixing bowl
baking dish
Cooking spoon

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Sauté bell peppers in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until soft, then add spinach and sauté until wilted.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture on the bottom of a greased baking dish.
Layer noodles or zucchini slices, sautéed vegetables, remaining ricotta mixture, and sprinkle with mozzarella.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden.
Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For variations, consider adding mushrooms, gluten-free pasta, or mix different cheeses for flavor.

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