Recipe of the Week: Vegetarian Lasagna
The vegetarian lasagna special at Nourish Cafe is quickly becoming a favorite. Here’s how you can make your own at home. Start with a fresh marinara sauce (we’ve included our recipe below, but feel free to use your own!) and fresh zucchini. You’ll come back to this dish again and again!
Vegetarian lasagna is a hearty, wholesome dish that brings comfort and flavor to the table without the need for meat. Layered with tender noodles, rich tomato sauce, creamy béchamel or ricotta, and a colorful medley of vegetables like zucchini, spinach, mushrooms, and bell peppers, this dish is a celebration of plant-based goodness. Whether you’re a lifelong vegetarian or simply looking to enjoy more meatless meals, veggie lasagna is a satisfying option that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.
What makes this dish especially appealing is its versatility. You can customize the vegetables based on what’s in season or what you have on hand, and it’s easy to make gluten-free or dairy-free with a few simple swaps. It’s also a great make-ahead meal—perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or feeding a crowd.
Baked until bubbly and golden, vegetarian lasagna is comfort food at its finest. Serve it with a crisp green salad and some crusty bread for a complete, nourishing meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just craving something cozy, this veggie-packed lasagna is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients:
- Fresh zucchini
- Fresh broccoli
- Baby spinach
- Your favorite marinara sauce (our recipe below)
- Fresh mozzarella
- Fresh grated parmesan
- Salt and pepper to tast
Slice zucchini the long way and layer in a lasagna pan (alternating directions). In between each level, layer marinara sauce, mozzarella, grated parmesan, steamed, undercooked broccoli, baby spinach and salt and pepper. Cover the top layer of zucchini with sauce and grated parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until zucchini is tender – about an hour. Serve and enjoy!
Nourish Marinara
Combine the following and cook to your taste:
- Diced campari or vine-ripe tomatoes
- Olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic
- Sea Salt
- Black Pepper
- Sugar in the Raw