Mediterranean Sweet Potato–Pumpkin–Carrot Lasagna

Mediterranean Sweet Potato–Pumpkin–Carrot Lasagna

with Feta, Walnuts & Cranberry-Honey Glaze

A layered vegetable bake — lasagna-style — but using thin-sliced vegetables instead of pasta. Sweet, savory, creamy, tangy, crunchy, and perfectly Mediterranean.


INGREDIENTS

Vegetable Layers

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled & thinly sliced

  • 2 cups pumpkin, thin slices or small cubes (or butternut squash)

  • 2 large carrots, peeled & thinly sliced (or grated for softer texture)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • Salt & pepper


Creamy Feta Mixture

  • 1 cup crumbled feta

  • ½ cup ricotta or Greek yogurt

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)


Walnut Layer

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted

  • 1 tbsp olive oil


Cranberry-Honey Glaze

  • ½ cup fresh or dried cranberries

  • 2–3 tbsp honey

  • 2 tbsp orange juice (or water)

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • Pinch cinnamon


Optional Mediterranean Add-Ins

  • Fresh thyme

  • Pomegranate seeds

  • A drizzle of tahini on top

  • A handful of spinach between layers


INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the Vegetables

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Toss sliced sweet potatoes, carrots, and pumpkin with olive oil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  3. Spread on a baking tray and roast 15–20 minutes until slightly soft.
    (This makes layering easier and boosts flavor.)


2. Make the Feta Cream

  1. In a bowl, mix:

    • feta

    • ricotta/Greek yogurt

    • eggs

    • garlic

    • lemon zest

    • nutmeg

  2. Stir until creamy but textured.


3. Make the Walnut Layer

  1. Lightly toast walnuts in a dry pan.

  2. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.

  3. Set aside.


4. Assemble the Mediterranean Lasagna

In a baking dish:

  1. Layer 1: Sweet potato slices

  2. Spread: A few spoonfuls of feta cream

  3. Layer 2: Pumpkin slices

  4. Spread: More feta cream

  5. Layer 3: Carrots

  6. Sprinkle: Toasted walnuts

  7. Repeat layers until ingredients are used.

  8. Finish with a light layer of feta cream on top.

Cover with foil.


5. Bake

  • Bake 35–40 minutes covered.

  • Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more until golden and bubbling.


6. Make the Cranberry-Honey Glaze

  1. Simmer cranberries, honey, orange juice, lemon juice, and cinnamon for 3–5 minutes until thick and glossy.

  2. Mash lightly or keep whole.


7. Finish the Dish

  • Drizzle the warm cranberry-honey glaze over the baked lasagna.

  • Sprinkle extra walnuts or feta on top if desired.

  • Add fresh thyme or pomegranate seeds for Mediterranean color.


SERVING SUGGESTIONS

✨ With Greek yogurt on the side
✨ Over a bed of arugula
✨ With grilled chicken or chickpeas
✨ As a festive holiday side dish

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