Vegan Gluten-Free Lasagna Recipe
Who doesn't love a classic Italian dish like lasagna? But traditional lasagna is not always the healthiest choice for dinner. Fortunately, this vegan version will please even the pickiest eaters! It is the ultimate comfort food!
This healthy lasagna is the perfect dinner for any night. Not only is it flavorful and delicious, but it also packs a powerful nutritional punch.
With plenty of plant-based protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats, this lasagna is sure to fill you up without leaving you feeling weighed down.
To make it even more nutritious and balanced, try adding some fresh vegetables or a bright side salad to deliver more essential nutrients.
The first time I made this recipe, my whole family was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful and delicious it was. Even the pickiest eaters were enjoying their portions, asking for seconds!
This vegan and gluten-free lasagna recipe has tomato sauce, fresh herbs, and nutritional yeast to bring out the classic flavors.
This easy vegan lasagna recipe uses vegan ricotta cheese made with tofu rather than cashew ricotta. So it’s safe for those with nut allergies (minus the vegan parmesan, which is made with almond flour).
The best part about this great recipe is that it is 100% vegan, so you don't have to worry about using animal products.
So, if you're looking for a delicious way to make lasagna healthier, this is the perfect recipe for you!
This is seriously the best vegan lasagna. It is:
Healthy
Filing
Packed with protein
Filled with vitamins and minerals
Delicious!
Easy
Made using a few simple ingredients
I'm so excited to share this delicious vegan, gluten-free lasagna recipe with you!
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More about the ingredients
It makes me feel good to know that I'm fueling my body with nutritious foods, so I wanted to share the nutritional benefits of this recipe's ingredients. Plus, knowing what different foods do for your health and body is important.
Knowing which foods can help fuel your body is a great feeling, so I hope this information is helpful!
Tofu
Tofu is one of the healthiest vegan foods! Tofu is an excellent source of nutrition, offering many essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. It's high in protein which helps build and maintain muscle mass and energy levels.
Tofu is also a great source of iron which helps produce red blood cells and prevents anemia. It also has calcium, which can help strengthen bones and teeth.
Tofu also contains all nine essential amino acids necessary for proper growth and repair. All in all, eating tofu can be a great way to get more nutrients into your diet!
I use organic tofu made with organic soybeans containing no added preservatives.
Nutritional Yeast
Nutritional yeast is an incredible source of vitamins and minerals.
It's packed with essential B vitamins, including B1, B2, and B6, which boost energy levels. This superfood is also high in folate, which helps support healthy development. Nutritional yeast contains zinc that helps strengthen the immune system. It also contains selenium, an antioxidant.
These essential nutrients make nutritional yeast ideal for anyone looking to get their daily dose of vitamins and minerals!
Related: Vegan Parmesan Cheese Recipe
Tomato sauce
Tomato sauce is a healthy and delicious way to add extra flavor to any dish. Not only does it make meals taste better, but tomato sauce also offers many health benefits that can help keep you fit and healthy. It's high in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may reduce the risk of some cancers.
Tomato sauce also contains vitamins A and C, which can improve immunity and vision. It also has potassium that helps regulate blood pressure and keep the heart healthy.
These beneficial nutrients make this simple ingredient a great addition to any meal!
Basil
Basil is a superfood that packs many health benefits. Rich in vitamins A, K, and C, it's an excellent source of antioxidants and helps to protect against cell damage.
Fresh basil also contains magnesium which helps maintain healthy bones and muscles. It's also an anti-inflammatory that can help reduce pains from arthritis and joint aches.
Oregano
Oregano is full of nutritional benefits. It's high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and can help boost your overall health. Oregano contains Vitamin C, which helps support the immune system, and dietary fiber, which helps with digestion.
Oregano is also rich in polyphenols, which can help fight off inflammation and protect against chronic diseases.
Overall, oregano is an excellent addition to any diet!
Lasagna Noodles
Many vegan, gluten-free lasagna recipes use zucchini noodles. But for this recipe, for the lasagna noodles, I use Jovial organic rice pasta noodles. I love these noodles because they are made with two ingredients—organic brown rice and water.
I also like them because they are oven-ready, so there is no need to boil noodles.
Brown rice is an excellent source of nutrition, providing many essential vitamins and minerals.
It's also high in fiber, which helps keep you feeling full longer and aids digestion. Brown rice is low in fat and cholesterol, making it an ideal choice for those looking to eat healthier.
Brown rice is high in selenium, which can help protect against free radicals and cancer. Brown rice also provides complex carbohydrates that provide energy throughout the day.
You can feel free to use any type of gluten-free noodles in this recipe. You may need to adjust the cooking instructions based on the brand of gluten-free lasagna noodles you use.
You can also use regular noodles that are not gluten-free.
Lemon Juice
Lemon juice has many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's high in Vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system and supports healthy skin. Lemon juice contains flavonoids that can help fight inflammation. It also contains polyphenols that have beneficial antioxidant properties. Lemon juice can be a great way to stay healthy!
extra virgin olive oil
Many lasagna recipes call for extra virgin olive oil. But I have opted to leave that out of my recipe to minimize the added fat and calories.
But don't worry - you won't even miss the oil! With various herbs and seasonings included in this dish to bring out its natural flavors, you'll still get the taste you're looking for in a traditional lasagna.
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Vegan Gluten-Free Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients
VEGAN RICOTTA Cheese:
16-ounce block of extra-firm tofu (drain the tofu to get out the excess moisture and press it dry for about 15 minutes. Be sure not to use silkened tofu)
1 Tbsp of dried oregano leaves
1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
2 Tbsp of lemon juice
3 Tbsp nutritional yeast
1/2 tsp sea salt
A pinch of black pepper
1/4 cup vegan parmesan cheese (optional)
Other Ingredients:
24-ounce jar of pasta sauce (I use Good & Gather Organic from Target)
Gluten-free lasagna noodles (I like Jovial organic brown rice lasagna noodles. If you use this brand or another oven-ready brand, there is no need to boil lasagna noodles)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. Add all tofu ricotta cheese ingredients to a food processor or blender. Pulse to combine. Be sure to scrape down the tofu from the sides of the blender or food processor. Taste and add more seasonings as needed. You can also add more nutritional yeast for a cheesier flavor.
3. Cover the bottom of a 9" by 13" (approximately) casserole dish with a layer of sauce (1 cup). Then line it with lasagna sheets.
4. Spread a thin layer of vegan ricotta cheese on the lasagna noodles. Add more tomato sauce, and then top with another layer of noodles. Keep going until the vegan ricotta cheese, tomato sauce, and lasagna noodles are gone. Make sure the top layers are lasagna noodles and tomato sauce. Add vegan parmesan cheese on top if desired. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes.
5. After 50 minutes, uncover the dish and pat down the noodles to flatten the top. Then bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
6. Let cool at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Add extra parmesan cheese on top if desired.
8. You can also sprinkle red pepper flakes and a little Italian seasoning on top for an added kick.
9. Store the leftovers in an airtight container.
