Ingredients
Vegetable Layers
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 cups butternut squash, thinly sliced
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2 large carrots, thinly sliced lengthwise
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2 cups fresh spinach leaves
Filling and Toppings
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1½ cups crumbled feta cheese
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¾ cup chopped walnuts
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella or mild white cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and mild seasoning powder to taste
Hot Honey Cranberry Glaze
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½ cup cranberry sauce or crushed cranberries
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3 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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½ teaspoon mild chili flakes (optional for gentle warmth)
Preparation Steps
1. Prepare the Vegetables
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes, squash, and carrots into thin, even slices so they cook uniformly. Lightly brush them with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of salt. This helps soften the vegetables and enhances their natural flavor during baking.
2. Make the Cranberry Glaze
In a small pan, combine cranberry sauce, honey, lemon juice, and chili flakes. Warm gently over low heat, stirring until the mixture becomes glossy and slightly thick. Set aside to cool; it will continue to thicken as it rests.
3. Prepare the Baking Dish
Lightly grease a medium baking dish with olive oil. Start layering by placing sweet potato slices on the bottom to form a base. This layer gives structure and a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the tangy feta and cranberries.
4. Build the Layers
Add a layer of spinach over the sweet potatoes, followed by butternut squash slices. Sprinkle some feta and walnuts across the vegetables, then add a light drizzle of cranberry glaze. Repeat the layers with carrots, spinach, squash, feta, and walnuts until all ingredients are used.
Finish with a final vegetable layer and top with shredded mozzarella or white cheese to create a golden, gently melted topping during baking.
5. Bake the Lasagna
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes until the top is lightly golden and the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
6. Rest and Serve
Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This helps the layers set and makes serving easier.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a fresh green salad or soft bread. The creamy feta, crunchy walnuts, and lightly sweet cranberry glaze create a comforting balance of textures and flavors. This dish works beautifully as a main course or a special side for gatherings.