Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne
Ingredients to prepare Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
1 large zucchini, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
200g low-fat cottage cheese
1 egg
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
6-8 lasagne sheets (whole wheat or gluten-free as preferred)
Instructions to prepare Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
Prepare the Vegetables:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté onion and than add garlic until they become soft.
3. Incorporate the zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms, cooking until they are tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle salt, pepper, thyme and basil on top.
Make the Sauce for Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
4. Add the diced tomatoes and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, adjusting the seasoning as necessary.
Prepare the Cheese Mixture for Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
5. In a separate bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the egg and Parmesan cheese. Fold in the chopped spinach.
Assemble the Lasagne: (to prepare Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne)
6. Begin by spreading a layer of the tomato sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
7. Place a layer of lasagne sheets over the sauce.
8. Spread a portion of the cheese mixture over the sheets, followed by a layer of the sautéed vegetables.
9. Repeat the layering process, concluding with a layer of sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
Bake Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Cool and Serve Vegetable and Mushroom Lasagne:
11. Allow the lasagne to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.
Savor this wholesome and fulfilling lasagne, ideal for those pursuing weight loss!
Read More: https://dietcheckhub.com/category/blog/
https://health.gov/our-work/nutrition-physical-activity/dietary-guidelines
