Description
Vegetarian Lasagna with Béchamel & Winter Greens is a comforting dish that layers tender pasta, creamy béchamel sauce, and vibrant winter greens. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this delectable lasagna is not only indulgent but also sneaks in nutritious veggies effortlessly. With gooey cheese and rich flavors, it’s guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eaters. Get ready to savor every mouthwatering layer of this vegetarian masterpiece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles (fresh or dried)
- 2 cups winter greens (kale or Swiss chard, chopped)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth, then gradually add milk while whisking until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil; add chopped winter greens and cook until wilted.
- In the baking dish, layer béchamel sauce, noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, sautéed greens; repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Finish with noodles topped with béchamel sauce and cheeses. Bake covered for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg