Description
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of this Skillet Lasagna with Crispy Lentils. Layers of tender lasagna noodles, savory lentils, and gooey cheeses come together in one delicious dish that’s easy to make in a skillet.
Ingredients
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For the Lentil Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 cups cooked brown lentils
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth
For the Lasagna:
- 6 sheets no-boil lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Lentil Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet. Sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant.
- Add Lentils and Noodles: Stir in lentils, tomato sauce, and water/broth. Simmer, then add lasagna noodles. Cover and cook until noodles are tender.
- Bake: Dollop ricotta over the noodles. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with basil before serving.
Notes
- Use gluten-free noodles for a GF version.
- Enhance smoky flavor with liquid smoke or smoked sea salt.
- Substitute lentils with black beans or chickpeas for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Oven-baked
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 22 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
