This comforting Vegetarian Lasagna Soup brings together classic Italian lasagna flavors in a one-pot, hearty soup with cheese, pasta, and vegetables.
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 bell pepper, chopped
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
28 oz crushed tomatoes
32 oz vegetable broth
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
8 oz lasagna noodles, broken
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 cups fresh spinach
Salt and pepper to taste
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions until translucent.
2. Add garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until slightly soft.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer.
4. Add broken lasagna noodles and cook until al dente, about 12–15 minutes.
5. Whisk ricotta until smooth, temper with hot soup, then add to pot.
6. Stir in spinach, half the mozzarella, and half the Parmesan until melted.
7. Season to taste, serve hot with remaining cheese on top.
Use fresh basil for stronger flavor.
Substitute ricotta with tofu for a vegan option.
Do not freeze with pasta for best texture.
Add more broth when reheating leftovers.
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