Description
This Springtime White Lasagna is a delightful vegetarian twist on the classic dish, featuring a creamy white sauce and a medley of fresh spring vegetables. Layers of lasagna noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan create a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any springtime gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles:
- 9 lasagna noodles
Vegetable Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped leeks (white and light green parts only)
- 1 cup chopped asparagus (1-inch pieces)
- 1 cup frozen or fresh peas
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
White Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté leeks until soft. Add garlic, asparagus, peas, and spinach. Cook until vegetables are tender.
- Prepare the white sauce: In a saucepan, whisk flour into the milk and cook until thickened. Stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the lasagna: Layer noodles, vegetable mixture, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and sauce in a baking dish. Repeat layers and top with cheeses.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake until golden.
- Rest and garnish: Let the lasagna rest before serving. Garnish with fresh basil.
Notes
- You can substitute other spring vegetables like zucchini or artichoke hearts.
- Add lemon zest to the white sauce for a brighter flavor.
- This dish can be made a day ahead and baked before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
