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Plant-based Lasagna

A Nutritious and Flavorful Dish

This plant-based lasagna is a wholesome, comforting meal that combines delicious flavours with essential nutrients. Packed with vegetables, lentil mince, wholegrain pasta, and a creamy, tofu-based cheesy sauce, it’s a perfect dish for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty meal without relying on animal-derived ingredients. Not only is it bursting with flavour, but it also offers countless health benefits, making it an ideal addition to a balanced diet.

Health Benefits:

  1. Rich in Nutrients:
    • The lasagna is loaded with assorted vegetables like broccoli, mushrooms, bell peppers, zucchini, and onions, providing vitamins (like vitamins C, K, and A), minerals, and antioxidants that support immune health and reduce inflammation.
    • Lentil mince is high in protein, iron, and fibre, promoting muscle repair, sustained energy, and healthy digestion.
  2. High in Fiber:
    • Wholegrain lasagna sheets offer a great source of dietary fibre, which aids in digestion, balances blood sugar levels, and promotes a feeling of fullness.
  3. Low in Saturated Fats:
    • The dairy-free cheesy sauce made from silken tofu is low in calories and saturated fats while being high in plant-based protein and calcium.
  4. Contains Healthy Fats:
    • Nutritional yeast is not only a flavour booster but also provides trace minerals, B vitamins, and a small number of healthy fats that support brain function and energy levels.
  5. Gluten-Free Option:
    • By swapping wholegrain lasagna sheets with gluten-free ones, those with gluten intolerance can enjoy this dish as well.
  6. Heart-Healthy:
    • The garlic, onion, and other seasonings are anti-inflammatory and support cardiovascular health. Additionally, omitting animal-based ingredients reduces cholesterol levels, aiding heart health.

Enjoy a warm, melty, and thoroughly satisfying slice of this plant-based lasagna that not only delights your taste buds but also supports your health goals. It’s the ultimate plant-based comfort food!

Plant-Based Lasagna

Catherine BarclayCatherine Barclay
Plant-based lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish made without animal-derived ingredients, perfect for vegans or those seeking a meatless option. Instead of traditional meat and dairy products, it features layers of plant-based components
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

Cheesy Sauce

  • 12 oz silken tofu
  • 1 carrot diced
  • ½ tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp italian mixed herbs
  • 1 tsp garlic
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Lasagna

  • 5 cups assorted vegetables I used – broccoli, mushroom, capsicum(bell pepper), courgette (zucchini), brown onion but anything is possible
  • 1 pckt wholegrain lasagna sheets
  • 2 cups lentil mince more if desired

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven 180℃ (350℉)

Cheesy Sauce

  • Place all ingredients in a highspeed blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Set aside.

Vegetables

  • Dice the vegetables for broccoli or brussel sprouts, etc. I microwave or steam them to make them softer but not cooked completely. Saute the softer vegetables in water or stock to soft.

Lasagna

  • In a square or rectangle casserole dish, pour a thin layer of lentil mince and then the cheesy sauce. Put one layer of noodles, then spread mince on top, then some vegetables, and the cheesy sauce. Repeat the process, finishing with the remaining cheesy sauce.
    Cover with foil, and bake for one hour. Remove from oven, take off the foil and allow to cool for around 10 minutes to firm.
Keyword lasagna, no oil, plant-based, vegan, wfpb
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Catherine Barclay
Catherine Barclay
Normally you might find me behind the coding of our sites but over the years I have become much more concerned about what has been happening in the kitchen as well - families do that for all of us don't they? Background experience is in Account Management and Web Development but as my passion has grown for WFPB so has my desire to speak out.
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