Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1 unit

onion

chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 cup

broccoli

chopped

1 unit

red pepper

diced

1 unit

zucchini

diced

1.5 cup

store-bought marinara sauce

0.5 tsp

balsamic vinegar

0.5 tsp

oregano

1 pinch

sea salt

1 pinch

freshly ground pepper

15 unit

ricotta cheese

1 unit

egg

0.5 tsp

freshly grated nutmeg

2 unit

Japanese eggplants

sliced into 1/8-inch thick strips

4 unit

fresh mozzarella cheese

pulled into small pieces

8 unit

Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped onion and cook until softened and lightly browned (about 5 minutes).

Step 4
~3 min

Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5
~3 min

Add chopped broccoli, diced red pepper, and diced zucchini to the pan.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft and starting to brown (about 10 minutes).

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in marinara sauce, balsamic vinegar, and oregano.

Step 8
~3 min

Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

In a medium bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, egg, sea salt, freshly ground pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 10
~3 min

Spread 1/2 cup of ricotta mixture in the bottom of an 8-inch-square baking dish.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover with half of the eggplant slices in a single layer.

Step 12
~3 min

Spread half of the marinara sauce mixture over the eggplant.

Step 13
~3 min

Top with half of the remaining ricotta mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Sprinkle with half of the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Step 15
~3 min

Arrange the remaining eggplant strips in a layer.

Step 16
~3 min

Top with the remaining marinara sauce mixture and ricotta mixture.

Step 17
~3 min

Sprinkle the rest of the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top.

Step 18
~3 min

Dot with the fresh mozzarella cheese.

Step 19
~3 min

Cover the baking dish with nonstick aluminum foil.

Step 20
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Step 21
~3 min

Remove the foil and turn the oven to broil.

Step 22
~3 min

Broil the lasagna for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the top is brown and bubbly.

Step 23
~3 min

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality marinara sauce for best flavor.

Don't overcook the eggplant, it should be tender but not mushy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A variation of traditional lasagna, adapted for easier preparation.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family Dinners
Casual Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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