Layered Sweet Potato, Butternut Squash & Carrot Lasagna with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze

A vibrant, veggie-packed lasagna that’s naturally sweet, savory, and perfect for a wholesome dinner or special gathering.

📝 Ingredients

For the Vegetable Layers

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, thinly sliced

• 2 cups butternut squash, thinly sliced

• 2 large carrots, thinly sliced lengthwise

• 9–12 lasagna sheets (regular or whole wheat)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

For the Filling

• 1½ cups ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)

• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

• ½ cup chopped walnuts

• 1 egg (optional, for structure)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups marinara sauce

Cranberry-Honey Glaze

• ½ cup dried cranberries

• 3 tbsp honey

• 2 tbsp warm water

• 1 tsp lemon juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Vegetables

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Toss sweet potatoes, squash, and carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

3. Roast on a lined tray for 15 minutes until slightly tender (not fully soft).

2️⃣ Make the Cheese Filling

• In a bowl, mix ricotta, half the feta, garlic, walnuts, and egg (if using).

• Stir until creamy and combined.

3️⃣ Prepare the Cranberry-Honey Glaze

• In a small bowl, soak cranberries in warm water for 5 minutes.

• Stir in honey and lemon juice.

• Lightly mash for a chunky glaze. Set aside.

4️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna

In a greased baking dish:

1. Spread a thin layer of marinara.

2. Add lasagna sheets.

3. Layer roasted vegetables.

4. Spread cheese mixture.

5. Repeat layers until finished.

6. Top with remaining marinara and feta.

5️⃣ Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.

• Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more until bubbly.

6️⃣ Finish

• Let rest 10 minutes.

• Drizzle cranberry-honey glaze on top before serving.

🌟 Tips for Best Results

• Slice vegetables evenly for proper cooking.

• Use no-boil noodles to save time.

• Toast walnuts first for deeper flavor.

• Add spinach between layers for extra greens.

🥗 Nutrition Highlights (approx per serving)

• Rich in fiber & vitamin A

• Good source of healthy fats (walnuts)

• Balanced sweet-savory flavor

• Vegetarian friendly

❓ FAQs

Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes—use plant-based ricotta and feta, and skip the egg.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Absolutely. Freeze baked or unbaked for up to 2 months.

Q: What protein can I add?
Grilled chicken, lentils, or chickpeas work well.

Q: Is it anti-inflammatory?
Mostly yes—thanks to vegetables and walnuts. Reduce cheese and use whole-grain noodles for an even more anti-inflammatory profile.

Where the Points Come From

• Lasagna noodles: ~4–5 points

• Ricotta & feta: ~3–4 points

• Walnuts: ~1–2 points

• Honey & cranberries: ~1 point

• Vegetables: 0 points

🔽 How to Lower the Points (to ~6–7)

• Use fat-free ricotta or cottage cheese

• Reduce feta to ½ cup

• Cut walnuts to ¼ cup

• Use whole-wheat or fiber-rich noodles

• Swap honey for a sugar-free drizzle

🔼 If You Make It Richer

Points may rise to 12–14 if you:

• Add more cheese

• Use regular full-fat ricotta heavily

• Add extra nuts or oil