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Gluten-Free Vegetarian Lasagna

A comforting gluten-free vegetarian lasagna featuring layers of zucchini, spinach, and a rich ricotta-parmesan filling, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 pound zucchini, trimmed and sliced thin lengthwise Use a mandoline for even ribbons.
  • 9 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
Cheese and Dairy
  • 24 ounces ricotta cheese Part-skim or whole milk ricotta can be used.
  • 3 ounces Parmesan, rennet-free Choose rennet-free for strict vegetarians.
  • 1 large egg, beaten See variations for egg-free options.
  • 12 ounces part-skim mozzarella, shredded
Other Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce Use your favorite jarred or homemade.
  • 12 ounces gluten-free lasagna noodles Cook per package directions.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim ends and slice each zucchini into thin lengthwise ribbons.
  2. If zucchini is very watery, lightly salt and let sit for 5–10 minutes, then pat dry.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. Heat a skillet over medium. Spray with oil. Add zucchini in a single layer if possible, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 8–10 minutes until softened.
  2. Remove zucchini from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, spray again and add chopped spinach. Cook until just wilted. Transfer spinach to a plate lined with a towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
Ricotta Filling
  1. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, minced garlic, chopped basil, chopped parsley, and crushed red pepper. Stir in squeezed spinach and season with salt and pepper.
Assembling the Lasagna
  1. Coat a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and spread 1/2 cup marinara on the bottom.
  2. Lay down a layer of cooked gluten-free noodles, then add a layer of zucchini ribbons, half the ricotta mixture, and some mozzarella.
  3. Repeat layers with remaining noodles, zucchini, ricotta, and mozzarella.
  4. Top with a final layer of noodles, the remaining marinara, and the rest of the mozzarella.
Baking
  1. Cover loosely with foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5–10 minutes for browning.
  2. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before cutting to help the layers set.

Notes

For best results, squeeze excess moisture from the spinach and allow the lasagna to rest before slicing.