Free-Form Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe

Name: Free-Form Vegetarian Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 whole No-boil Flat Lasagna Sheets; 2 cups Cherry (or Grape) Tomatoes, Yellow Or Red (or Both); 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 3 pinches Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper, Divided Use; 1 whole Zucchini, Cut Into Thin Circles; 1 whole Squash, Cut Into Thin Circles; 1 bunch Swiss Chard, Chopped; 2 cups Ricotta Cheese; 1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Mixed Herbs (I Used Thyme And Oregano); 1/4 cups Toasted Walnut, For Garnish; 1/4 cups Fresh Parmesan Shavings And Basil Leaves, For Garnish

Servings: persons

6 whole No-boil Flat Lasagna Sheets
2 cups Cherry (or Grape) Tomatoes, Yellow Or Red (or Both)
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
3 pinches Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper, Divided Use
1 whole Zucchini, Cut Into Thin Circles
1 whole Squash, Cut Into Thin Circles
1 bunch Swiss Chard, Chopped
2 cups Ricotta Cheese
1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Mixed Herbs (I Used Thyme And Oregano)
1/4 cups Toasted Walnut, For Garnish
1/4 cups Fresh Parmesan Shavings And Basil Leaves, For Garnish

1
Place the lasagna sheets in a shallow dish filled with water.
2
Soak for 30 minutes (while you prepare the rest of the meal).
3
Pulse the tomatoes in a food processor until smooth, then set them aside.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
5
Add the garlic and let it bloom for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
6
Pour the tomatoes into the saucepan as well as a pinch of salt and pepper, cover and simmer on low while you prepare the rest of the meal.
7
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
8
Add the zucchini and squash and saute until browned and soft, 4 minutes.
9
Add the Swiss chard and continue to saute until it wilts, another 2 minutes.
10
Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
11
In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the herbs and another pinch of salt and pepper.
12
Pat each lasagna sheet dry and place one on each serving plate.
13
Arrange some vegetables over each sheet, followed by a dollop of the herbed ricotta.
14
Layer with another sheet and some more veggies.
15
Then more ricotta.
16
Then another sheet.
17
Then more veggies, one more dollop of ricotta.
18
Finally, spoon the tomato sauce over each pile.
19
Go as crazy as you want here.
20
Garnish with toasted walnuts, Parmesan shavings and a few fresh basil leaves.
21
And probably another pinch of salt and pepper, for good measure.
22
Recipe makes enough for 2.

1811

kcal

Calories

188

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 whole No-boil Flat Lasagna Sheets, 2 cups Cherry (or Grape) Tomatoes, Yellow Or Red (or Both), 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Free-Form Vegetarian Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Free-Form Vegetarian Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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