Description
A deliciously lighter take on classic lasagna, layering tender zucchini planks, sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a blend of creamy cheeses with savory marinara sauce. This oven-ready lasagna is packed with flavor and perfect for a comforting, vegetable-rich dinner.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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1 (11-ounce) package baby spinach
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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1 (15-ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
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1½ cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 (25-ounce) jar low-sodium marinara sauce, divided
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6 sheets oven-ready lasagna noodles
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1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch planks
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Chopped fresh basil and/or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until mushrooms release moisture and become tender, about 6–8 minutes.
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Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
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In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, half of the mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, and the cooked mushroom-spinach mixture. Mix well.
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Spread ½ cup marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Layer 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over noodles. Top with half of the zucchini planks, then 1 cup marinara sauce.
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Repeat layers: noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, zucchini planks, marinara sauce.
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Top with remaining 3 noodles, sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top.
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Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let lasagna rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
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Use oven-ready noodles for a quicker preparation without boiling.
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Feel free to substitute cremini mushrooms with white or portobello.
- Zucchini slices can be grilled or lightly sautéed if you prefer softer layers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian, American