Delicious and fresh Summer Garden Lasagna recipe

This Summer Garden Lasagna is a perfect dish to make when the farmer's market is bursting with the season's best produce. Layers of zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, and fresh herbs are nestled between sheets of lasagna noodles and creamy ricotta cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 package lasagna noodles
• 2 zucchinis, thinly sliced
• 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups marinara sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce.
5. Layer lasagna noodles on top of the sauce, followed by zucchini, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
6. Spread a layer of the cheese mixture on top of the vegetables.
7. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of noodles and marinara sauce on top.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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