Simple and Flavorful Vegetarian Red Bean Lasagna
Ingredients Needed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 (15 ounce) can red beans, drained
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1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
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½ red bell pepper, chopped
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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salt and pepper to taste
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups cold milk
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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4 no-boil lasagna noodles
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4 ounces shredded Gruyere cheese
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until softened. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in the red beans, tomatoes, and red bell pepper. Season with basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the flour until smooth. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly. Add in the Parmesan cheese and continue cooking, stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
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Spread half of the red bean mixture in a 9x9-inch baking dish. Top with 2 lasagna noodles. Layer with the remaining bean mixture and top with the remaining noodles. Pour the sauce over the top and sprinkle with Gruyère cheese.
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Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is lightly golden.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 496 | Calories |
| 27g | Fat |
| 40g | Carbs |
| 24g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 496 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 27g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 14g | 72% |
| Cholesterol 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium 800mg | 35% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 7g | 26% |
| Total Sugars 10g | |
| Protein 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin C 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium 594mg | 46% |
| Iron 5mg | 26% |
| Potassium 386mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5