Vegan Lasagna

Here’s a delicious vegan lasagna recipe:

Ingredients:

For the “meat” sauce:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegan ground beef substitute (such as Beyond Meat or Gardein)
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the tofu ricotta:

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Other ingredients:

• 9 lasagna noodles (oven-ready or cooked according to package instructions)
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 2 cups vegan shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. To make the “meat” sauce, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the vegan ground beef substitute to the skillet and cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. To make the tofu ricotta, crumble the drained and pressed tofu into a mixing bowl. Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
6. To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of the “meat” sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Top with 3 lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of the tofu ricotta, a layer of the spinach, and a layer of shredded vegan mozzarella cheese.
7. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients, ending with a layer of shredded vegan mozzarella cheese on top.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden.
10. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

This vegan lasagna is full of flavor and plant-based protein. You can also customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables, such as sliced mushrooms, diced bell peppers, or shredded carrots. Enjoy!