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High Protein Veggie Lasagna slice with zucchini “noodles,” ricotta, bell peppers, spinach, and golden melted cheese on a white plate.

High Protein Veggie Lasagna


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This High Protein Veggie Lasagna is cheesy, cozy, and packed with veggies and protein. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a comforting meatless dinner everyone loves.


Ingredients

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  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

  • 1 cup baby spinach

  • 1 ½ cups low-fat ricotta cheese

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: high-protein lasagna noodles (or use all zucchini slices)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a skillet, lightly sauté bell peppers and spinach with a small amount of olive oil until just softened. Set aside.

  3. If using zucchini instead of noodles, slice thin, sprinkle lightly with salt, let sit 10 minutes, then pat dry.

  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and a small handful of parmesan until smooth.

  5. Spread a thin layer of ricotta mixture in the bottom of a baking dish.

  6. Add a layer of noodles or zucchini, followed by vegetables, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella.

  7. Repeat layers until dish is full. Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan.

  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

  9. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.

  10. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Letting the lasagna rest helps it set and slice cleanly.

Pat zucchini dry well to prevent excess moisture.

This recipe reheats beautifully and is great for meal prep.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg