Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna delivers creamy comfort in every bite. Tired of heavy meat lasagna? This version uses cottage cheese for a lighter, healthier option. After making this many times, I know the secret to perfect layers and no soggy bottom. Creamy, melty, and fresh with every forkful. Try my Creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup for a complete meal. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Asian Tuna Cakes and Creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup.

What You'll Need for Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• 1 cup diced bell peppers
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh basil leaves
• Optional: Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes

How to Make Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Step 2: Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, mix cottage cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine marinara sauce, chopped tomatoes, and diced vegetables.
5. Step 5: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer noodles, cottage cheese mixture, vegetable sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers.
6. Step 6: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

Storing & Reheating Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate.

Freezing Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes. Microwave: Microwave for 2–3 minutes on high.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Add a splash of milk to the cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
• Best substitution: Use ricotta cheese if you prefer a richer flavor.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the lasagna up to a day in advance and refrigerate.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the dish is too wet, add more mozzarella to absorb excess moisture.

Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 12 lasagna noodles
• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• 1 cup diced bell peppers
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes

Seasonings

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

• Fresh basil leaves
• Parmesan cheese
• Crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Step 2: Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, mix cottage cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and oregano.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine marinara sauce, chopped tomatoes, and diced vegetables.
5. Step 5: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer noodles, cottage cheese mixture, vegetable sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers.
6. Step 6: Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: Add a splash of milk to the cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
• Best substitution: Use ricotta cheese if you prefer a richer flavor.
• Make-ahead: Assemble the lasagna up to a day in advance and refrigerate.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the dish is too wet, add more mozzarella to absorb excess moisture.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Microwave for 2–3 minutes on high.
• Make ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 650mg
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Cottage Cheese Vegetable Lasagna and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!