Best Vegan Lasagna Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 lasagna sheets
- 1 ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium sized white onion
diced
- 5 cloves garlic
minced
- 1 large eggplant
14 ounces, evenly cut and cubed
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 9-12 ounces vegan meat alternative crumbles
I used Beyond Meat crumbles for this
- 42 ounces jar or can of tomato sauce)
(you can grab a 28 ounce and a 14 ounce jar
- 2 cups vegan ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded vegan mozzarella
- basil for garnish
optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then cook lasagna noodles according to directions on the box, swirling every now and then so they don't stick together.
- 2
Set aside a cup of vegan mozzarella cheese (this will be for the top layer).
- 3
While pasta is boiling (it took 10 minutes for me) heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes, until onions are translucent and fragrant. Add the chopped eggplant, salt and pepper, and cook for another 10 minutes until the eggplants is soft enough that the wooden spoon or spatula can slice right through it.
- 4
Add in the vegan beefless crumbles/veggie chunks/crumbled veggie burgers and stir to combine. Cook for about 3 minutes. Depending on yours, you may need to add a bit more salt at this point. Taste and add accordingly. Reduce heat to medium low, add in all the tomato sauces and stir to combine, for about 3 minutes. Taste and add salt accordingly. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 5
In a 13” x 9” pan, add 1/2 cup of "meat" marinara sauce mixture on the bottom and spread with a spatula to create an even bottom layer. Cover the bottom with about 4 lasagna noodles lengthwise, overlapping a bit. This will be your first layer.
- 6
Next, add about some of the "meat" marinara sauce mixture (just ensure you have enough for 4 even layers) and then 1/3 of the vegan ricotta, and about 1/3 of the remaining vegan mozzarella on top of the ricotta.
- 7
Repeat layers until you've reached the top layer. Add the remaining meat sauce on top then sprinkle/spread the previously set aside 1 cup vegan mozzarella over it.
- 8
Cover the pan with foil and bake in the oven for 30 minutes covered. Then broil for about 3-5 minutes of low broil to brown the cheese on top. Top with basil, and allow to set up on the counter for about 10 minutes before cutting into slices. Cut into 9 or 12 even slices. Serve and enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Searching for the ultimate cheesy comfort food that's entirely plant-based? This Best Vegan Lasagna Recipe delivers on all fronts, promising a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
What makes this vegan lasagna truly stand out is its ability to transform simple plant-based ingredients into a rich, decadent dish that rivals traditional versions. It’s an ultimate cheesy comfort food experience designed to be equally at home on a festive holiday table or as a nourishing weeknight dinner.
Prepare for a deeply flavorful and wonderfully satisfying lasagna, layered with tender pasta, robust tomato sauce, perfectly cooked eggplant, and savory vegan meat alternative crumbles. Each forkful offers a delightful blend of creamy vegan ricotta and gooey shredded vegan mozzarella, creating that classic lasagna texture you crave. This dish is designed to be a substantial and incredibly satisfying meal, leaving everyone at the table content.
Customization & Variations
You can easily adapt this vegan lasagna to your pantry or preferences.
- Swap the Beyond Meat crumbles for your favorite brand of vegan ground meat alternative, or even use seasoned lentils for a whole-food option.
- Experiment with other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms in place of or in addition to the eggplant for different textures and flavors.
- Feel free to mix and match your preferred vegan ricotta and vegan mozzarella cheeses to find your perfect creamy and melty combination.
This Best Vegan Lasagna is truly a versatile showstopper, ideal for feeding a crowd during the holidays or providing a generous, comforting meal for busy weeknights. Serve it as the star of your dinner table, perhaps with a simple green salad on the side. Garnish with fresh basil for a vibrant finish.