Colorful Tie Dye Vegetarian Lasagna

Name: Colorful Tie Dye Vegetarian Lasagna
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 box lasagna noodles; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 1 zucchini, sliced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 1 onion, diced; 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup basil pesto; 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

This vibrant lasagna is packed with roasted vegetables and layers of creamy pesto ricotta for a dinner that tastes as good as it looks.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· September 7, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

40 minutes

Total

1 hour

Serves

There is something so special about a hearty lasagna on a busy weeknight. This recipe is a favorite in my kitchen because it sneaks in plenty of colorful veggies while keeping all that classic cheesy comfort we crave. It feels like a rainbow on your plate and is sure to get even the picky eaters excited for dinner.

My best advice for this one is to make sure your roasted vegetables are chopped into bite sized pieces. It makes the lasagna much easier to slice and serve once it comes out of the oven. If you have extra time, assemble the whole thing the day before and let it sit in the fridge, as the flavors meld together beautifully overnight.

🧺 Ingredients

1 box lasagna noodles
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 zucchini, sliced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, diced
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup basil pesto
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Toss the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until tender.
3
Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions, then drain them.
4
In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese and the basil pesto.
5
Lower the oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
6
Spread a thin layer of sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7
Layer the noodles, the pesto ricotta mixture, the roasted vegetables, and a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
8
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of cheese on top.
9
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can also freeze individual slices wrapped tightly in plastic for an easy lunch later in the week.

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