The next time you make a delicious lasagna, head over to these recipes to get some ideas on what to serve with lasagna! From breads to desserts, I've got you covered with all the recipes you'll need for a well rounded meal!
In my opinion, lasagna is the ultimate comfort food! I love all pasta recipes, but lasagna is just a little different. Those layers of rich ricotta cheese with savory sauce and perfectly al dente lasagna noodles, it doesn't get better!
Lasagna can be a meal on it's own, but when you are having guests or planning a holiday menu, you'll need some ideas on what to serve with your favorite type of lasagna. All these recipes will work for whatever type of lasagna you are making! Whether it's a vegan lasagna, a meat lover's lasagna, or a lasagna al forno, these recipes will add to your lasagna meal!
What is Lasagna?
Lasagna is a traditional Italian dish that consists of layers of wide, flat pasta noodles, alternating the noodles with tomato sauce and cheese. We love using homemade marinara sauce or Bolognese sauce for the sauce in lasagna.
The lasagna sheets are layered together with the sauces and cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. . The dish is known for its hearty and comforting nature, making it a popular choice for family dinners and special occasions.
Best Lasagna Recipes
I love making my meat lover's lasagna every Christmas! It's full of ground sausage and ground beef, not to mention fresh herbs and cheesy ricotta.
For a lighter version, you can make a meat and vegetable lasagna. It's full of vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, onions, and garlic while also having some lean ground beef to make it a well rounded meal.
The great thing about lasagna is you can make it now and freeze it! It freezes for up to 3 months. Defrost it right in your refrigerator and then bake it when you are ready.
How To Make Lasagna
Make the sauce in a Dutch oven that you would like to layer in the lasagna pan. Make sure you have a 9x13 inch pan to bake the lasagna in. Mix together the ricotta, eggs, fresh herbs, and parmesan cheese in a medium bowl. Boil the noodles according to package instructions and then drain them well.
Layer the sauce in the bottom of the baking dish.
Add a layer of noodles on top of the sauce.
Spoon the ricotta mixture, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and then top with more sauce.
Keep layering the ingredients until all the noodles and sauce are used. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour at 375 degrees F. Make sure to allow the lasagna to cool for 15 minutes before slicing. If you do not let it rest, the lasagna will spill everywhere and not have that nice stack that we require of a lasagna slice.
Lasagna FAQs
Yes! You can put the lasagna together completely, cover it with aluminum foil, and then place it in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. The next day, place it in the oven for 375 degrees F for up to an hour until heated through.
You can cover the pan of lasagna with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. If you prefer, you can take the lasagna out of the pan and place the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
You can use gluten-free noodles, whole wheat noodles, or your favorite brand and cook them according to the package instructions. If you use no boil noodles, you don't have to cook them and can just layer them right in the pan. The sauce and the cheese will cook the noodles right in the oven.
Recipes to Serve with Lasagna
- Breads. Use sourdough dinner rolls or a big crusty loaf of sourdough bread to soak up all the cheese and sauce on your plate.
- Veggies. Italian sauteed eggplant and Italian stuffed mushrooms will go perfectly with a big lasagna try!
- Salads. A house salad, a Caesar salad, or a simple salad with blue cheese dressing or ranch dressing are all good choices.
- And desserts. We can't have a delicious meal without dessert! Serve lasagna with 3 ingredient cheesecake, peanut butter and jam thumbprint cookies, or strawberry fluff dip!
What To Serve With Lasagna - Breads
This simple Sourdough Focaccia bread is full of flavor and so easy to make! No kneading, and no fancy equipment, all you need is a little patience and a few high-quality ingredients!
With only 4 ingredients, and ready in 2 hours, this Rustic Bread is proofed in the Instant Pot and so easy to make! You won't believe how soft the crumb, yet how crunchy the crust is.
This Rustic Kefir Bread has a delicious soft crumb, a classic crispy crust, and is so easy to make! With a little bit of patience and a few simple ingredients, you'll have easy homemade bread in no time!
These sourdough dinner rolls have no yeast, a perfect crust, a chewy crumb, and are so easy to make! Pile them high in a bread basket and slather them with the best butter you can find!
Proofing bread in the Instant Pot saves time and is so easy! This olive bread is the perfect addition to any charcuterie board and is delicious dipped in olive oil or slathered with cheese! Give it a try to impress all your guests at your next family gathering!
Would you believe me if I said you can go from ingredients to hot, crusty, delicious dinner rolls in 2 hours. That’s it! 2 hours!
Same Day Sourdough Bread Recipe is mixed and baked in one day, no complicated schedule necessary! Enjoy fresh baked bread for dinner any day of the week! Sourdough baking doesn't have to be complicated!
These 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls are so easy to make, ready in less than an hour, and require no yeast at all! Mix everything together and you have delicious dinner rolls ready in no time!
Ready in 20 minutes, these 3 Ingredient Dinner Rolls are so easy to make! These easy rolls do not require any butter, any resting, or any yeast!
When you are looking for a crusty loaf of sourdough bread but don't want to wait forever, this Sourdough Discard Bread is for you! It's ready in just a under two hours and so easy to make!
Soft and buttery, these fluffy Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls are so easy to make and much better than anything you would get in the store!
These simple soft Brioche Dinner Rolls are easy to make, made with only a few simple ingredients, and ready in just a few hours. They are a must make at your next dinner party!
Simple Sourdough Breadsticks are impressive to make and so delicious to serve with your favorite dinner! They are chewy, soft, and have a crispy crust!
This 20-Minute Pesto Butter Garlic Bread brings the garlicky, buttery carb-filled favorite to the next level with the addition of fresh and herbaceous pesto. It’s quick and easy to whip up (just 20 minutes and 5 ingredients!)
Homemade garlic knots don’t have to be difficult to be delicious! These garlic knots are super easy – they can be made from scratch in just 30 minutes.
Classic Broccoli Salad is a quick and easy dish made with fresh broccoli, cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, red onions, and a tangy dressing. This is tossed together in a large bowl and served cold as a side dish or appetizer at your next gathering.
This simple House Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette comes together with a few basic ingredients for a light side dish you can throw together in just 10 minutes that is neutral enough to pair with any meal.
Lemon Arugula Salad Recipe with Parmesan Cheese is a quick and easy salad that is peppery, sweet and satisfying. Arugula is tossed with cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and parmesan cheese and finished off with a lemony, olive oil dressing.
This simple spinach and arugula salad has a tangy lemon dressing. It's the perfect side dish for pasta, lasagna, soups or sandwiches.
Crisp lettuce and cucumbers, sweet juicy tomatoes, crunchy red onions, olives, feta cheese, and the most delicious, tangy dressing, this light Greek salad is the perfect side! Ready in under 5 minutes and less than 50 calories , this salad makes the perfect side dish for you or a crowd, or add your favorite protein for a delicious and light meal!
Let's take a culinary trip to Italy with my easy Italian bruschetta recipe! Tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil come together in a delicious dance on crunchy bread.
Classic Insalata Caprese (Tomato Mozzarella Salad) is the perfect quick appetizer or salad packed with summer flavors! Light, refreshing and so easy to make! A great way to enjoy in-season tomatoes at the fullest.
With a flavorful vinaigrette, artichokes, Parmesan, olives and summer sausage, this Spicy Italian Salad is full of flavor. Just say “no” to boring salads!
Marinated tomatoes are the perfect summer side dish. Marinated tomato salad is so simple to prepare and goes perfect with grilled foods and tastes great on its own. You’ll want to keep a bowl of this sliced tomato salad in your fridge all summer long.
Great to serve as a salad and are so good alongside grilled fish or chicken and an excellent accompaniment to soups or sandwiches.
This Greek Lentil Salad is made with creamy feta and tossed in a delicious lemon honey dressing. It’s super easy to make and infused with mouthwatering Mediterranean flavors.
Crunchy kale meets classic Caesar in this vibrant kale caesar salad recipe. Crisp greens, tangy dressing and a sprinkle of Parmesan create a flavor explosion that will have you craving more!
This crisp and refreshing snow pea salad is a healthy light lunch or side dish that’s full of color and flavor. Fresh snow peas, cherry tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, and a tangy mustard dressing come together in just 20 quick minutes.
This Italian Green Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious side dish, ideal for family gatherings. The blend of crisp green beans, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onions offers a delightful flavor and texture. Enhanced by garlic, parsley, and dried herbs, it boasts a refreshing herbaceous aroma. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad also makes a perfect side dish for pasta nights!
This haricot vert salad is made with French green beans (haricots verts), toasted almonds, and a quick homemade honey mustard dressing. Serve it warm or cold for an easy side dish!
Mediterranean cucumber salad comes together in just a few minutes, using 5 fresh ingredients, and is tossed in a homemade vinaigrette that is bursting with flavor!
Simple Italian Salad, a refreshing side that perfectly complements your favorite pasta dishes. The vibrant greens and zesty vinaigrette make any meal a delightful feast.
Sautéed in aromatic herbs, garlic, and olive oil, these Italian Sauteed Eggplant are the perfect side dish to any Italian meal!
This roasted broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a quick and delicious side dish to change up your weeknight dinners. Toss with red pepper flakes and freshly squeezed orange juice for a surprisingly delightful bite.
Air fryer squash is an easy-to-make side dish that's ready in 15 minutes or less! Naturally vegan and gluten-free, this great side dish recipe features both zucchini and fresh yellow squash tossed with olive oil, salt and pepper.
This gorgeous medley of veggies has loads of great flavors and textures to complement your scrumptious, cheesy lasagna! And, with so much to choose from, there's sure to be a veggie or two to please everyone 'round your table!
Veggies on the side are great with Lasagna and grilled radishes are no exception. They lose a bit of their spiciness through the grilling, but still have so much flavor and crunch. Made with red wine vinegar and seasonings.
Ready in under 20 minutes, this Instant Pot Asparagus is a perfect side dish for any weeknight dinner! It's low carb, easy to make, and so full of flavor!
Ready in under 15 minutes, these Instant Pot Carrots are sweet and so easy to make! They are the perfect side dish on a busy weeknight or for a holiday meal!
The perfect side dish, these easy Baked Brown Sugar Carrots are so simple to make and packed with flavor! Serve these brown sugar glazed carrots for a special occasion, or as a side for busy weeknights.
Ready in less than 20 minutes, Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts are an easy side dish recipe for any meal! Full of garlic and parmesan cheese, if you think you don't like Brussel sprouts, try them in the Instant Pot!
Ready in under 15 minutes, this is a foolproof method to make perfectly steamed Instant Pot Broccoli. Serve this broccoli as an easy side dish at your next weeknight meal.
Crispy, crunchy, and so easy to make, Zucchini Fritte are a great appetizer to make for your family! If you are new to deep frying, this recipe is a great one to try out since it is so simple!
Crispy cauliflower florets are tossed in a creamy and spicy sauce in the Air Fryer Bang Bang cauliflower recipe.
This roasted cauliflower with tahini is served over a bed of homemade tahini sauce and is the perfect delicious and healthy side dish or appetizer that anyone will love!
Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan is smart version of classic Italian comfort food. Golden-brown, crispy slices of eggplant with layers of molten mozzarella, rich marinara sauce, and a dusting of Parmesan create a symphony of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy.
Crispy bacon, salty parmesan, and roasted Brussel sprouts come together to make a quick and easy side dish! Ready in less than a half hour, your guests will love this delicious recipe!
An easy holiday side dish or appetizer, these Italian stuffed mushrooms are full of parsley, garlic, parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs.
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan is a delicious and convenient twist on the classic Italian dish. This mouthwatering recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a flavorful marinara sauce and a cheesy crust! It's a perfect, quick weeknight dinner!
Ready in 30 minutes, baked not fried, and only 5 simple ingredients, these meatballs are a game changer! Make a big batch and freeze some so you have them on those busy nights!
Cap off your lasagna feast with our delectable Biscoff Speculoos Tiramisu. With its irresistible combination of Biscoff cookies, mascarpone, and spiked coffee syrup, it's the perfect ending to your meal, effortlessly impressive yet simple to prepare.
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