Nigella Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe

Nigella Lawson’s Vegetarian Lasagna is made of carrots, courgettes, onions, garlic, chili, tomatoes, cream, salt, sugar, black pepper, basil leaves, spinach, feta cheese, lasagna sheets, and grated cheese for a creamy dish that is ready in just 45 minutes!

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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe:

Rich, creamy red sauce with a hint of spice.
Nutritious spinach and flavorful feta cheese add depth.
Simple yet satisfying, perfect for vegetarians.
Easily customizable to suit personal tastes and dietary preferences.

❓ What Is Nigella’s Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe?

Nigella Lawson’s Vegetarian Lasagna features layers of sautéed vegetables, creamy red sauce, spinach, and feta cheese between lasagna sheets, topped with grated cheese, and baked to perfection, offering a comforting vegetarian delight.

Nigella Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe

🧅 Nigella Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna Ingredients

For the Red Sauce:

2 carrots (peeled and cut into rough sticks)
2 courgettes (roughly chopped)
2 onions (roughly chopped)
2 cloves garlic (pressed)
½ red chili (without the seeds, cut finely)
1 tin crushed tomatoes
100 milliliters double cream (or less fat if you prefer)
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon sugar
1 pinch of black pepper (freshly ground)
Basil leaves (fresh)

For the Filling:

250 grams of fresh spinach
250 grams of feta cheese (good quality, broken and sprinkled)
10 lasagne sheets
150 grams of cheese (ground, for topping)

🍲 How To Make Nigella Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna

In a teaspoon of oil, fry the vegetables until they soften but do not color. Whisk in the cream, seasoning, and tomatoes.
At last, the fresh herbs. Pour 1/3 of the red sauce into an ovenproof tin.
Layer the pasta sheets on top of the spinach and half of the feta cheese. Repeat the layering process; top with red sauce and grated cheese.
Bake for about 25 minutes at 225 degrees Celsius.
Accompany with a Rucola salad and lemon wedges for serving.

💭 Recipe Tips

Ensure vegetables are softened but not browned for a delicate flavor.
Use fresh herbs for a burst of aromatic freshness.
Opt for good quality feta cheese for the best taste.
Adjust the cream quantity according to a preference for richness.

🥗 What To Serve With Vegetarian Lasagna?

Serve Vegetarian Lasagna with blooming onion, sauteed mushrooms, zucchini fritters, grilled asparagus, butternut squash, Rucola salad, Brussels sprouts, lemon wedges, roasted beetroot, sweet potato fries, garlic bread, and ratatouille.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Vegetarian Lasagna?

In The Fridge: Keep leftover vegetarian lasagna covered for up to 4 days.
In The Freezer: Freeze leftover vegetarian lasagna in freezer-safe containers for 3 to 4 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Vegetarian Lasagna?

Oven: Reheat leftover vegetarian lasagna on a baking sheet at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
Microwave: Heat leftover vegetarian lasagna individual servings on medium for 1 to 1 ½ minutes, or until heated through.

FAQs

How do you keep vegetable lasagna from getting soggy?

To keep vegetable lasagna from getting soggy, start by cooking the vegetables beforehand to remove excess moisture, ensuring a firmer texture.

Should vegetable lasagna sauce be thick or runny?

The key is to have a nice, thick sauce for vegetable lasagna to prevent it from becoming overly runny when baked.

Should I cook vegetables before adding them to lasagna?

If you don’t sauté vegetables before adding them to lasagna, they may not cook through completely during the baking process.

Why is my vegetable lasagna watery?

Your vegetable lasagna can become watery due to wet noodles not draining well or excessive thin sauce layers. Ensure proper assembly for consistency.

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Nigella Lawson Vegetarian Lasagna Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 288
Total Fat 16g
Saturated Fat 8.9g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 69mg
Sodium 433mg
Potassium 412.5mg
Total Carbohydrates 18g
Dietary Fiber 2.4g
Sugars 3.7g
Protein 18g