Ultimate Vegan Lasagna
This Ultimate Vegan Lasagna layers rich tofu ricotta, hearty tomato sauce, tender lasagna noodles, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying, plant-based comfort dish. Every bite delivers creamy, savory, and wholesome flavors without any dairy. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or anyone exploring delicious vegan cooking.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Fork or masher
- Saucepan
- Cutting board & knife
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Tofu Ricotta
- 1 block firm tofu drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Assembly
- 1 box lasagna noodles cooked
- 2 cups spinach chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup zucchini thinly sliced
- 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
Preparing the Tofu Ricotta
- Crumble the pressed tofu into a mixing bowl.
- Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mash and mix with a fork until the texture resembles soft ricotta.
Simmering the Tomato Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until golden and fragrant.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Assembling the Lasagna
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Add a layer of cooked lasagna noodles.
- Spread tofu ricotta, then add spinach, mushrooms, and zucchini.
- Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
- Finish with a top layer of tomato sauce and vegan mozzarella.
Baking
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 14g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
