Best 5 Easy Healthy Vegetarian Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable vegetarian lasagna, a symphony of flavors that cater to every palate. This hearty and wholesome dish is a delightful symphony of textures and tastes. Layers of tender lasagna sheets, a flavorful mix of vegetables, a creamy and rich cashew-based sauce, and a luscious vegan cheese alternative come together to create a masterpiece that is both satisfying and guilt-free.

This lasagna is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. For a protein boost, add crumbled tofu or tempeh to the vegetable filling. If you prefer a spicy kick, incorporate some chili flakes or chopped jalapeños. And for a cheesy indulgence, sprinkle your favorite vegan cheese on top before baking.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY VEGETABLE LASAGNA



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Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 each no-boil lasagna noodles
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 large garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 large egg
1 (14.5 ounce) can sliced carrots, well drained
1 (13.5 ounce) can chopped spinach, well drained
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan over high heat, heat crushed tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt and pepper. Over high heat, heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered, 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease 12" by 8" baking dish. In medium bowl combine ricotta cheese and egg until well mixed. Spoon some tomato sauce on bottom of dish to coat. Place 3 noodles lengthwise across the pan. Top with 1/3 of tomato sauce. With a spatula, spread 1/3 of ricotta mixture. Scatter 1/3 of carrots and spinach on ricotta and 1/3 of mozzarella cheese. Repeat with noodles, tomato sauce, ricotta, vegetables and mozzarella two more times. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover dish with foil; bake 30 minutes. Uncover dish; bake 10 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 476.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

EASY VEGETABLE LASAGNA



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Bursting with garden favorites, this lasagna is a vegetable lover's dream. The pasta layers are generously stuffed with roasted zucchini, mushrooms, peppers and onion in homemade tomato sauce. -Susanne Ebersol, Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) tomato puree
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
4 cups sliced zucchini
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender; add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomato puree, sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vegetables, salt and pepper. Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. , Spread 1/2 cup of the sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with three noodles, 1-3/4 cups sauce, and half of the roasted vegetables and cheeses. Repeat layers. , Cover and bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY, HEALTHY VEGETARIAN LASAGNA



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Simple to make and very tasty. It freezes amazingly well (largely because of how juicy it is...see Note below). One thing to note about this recipe is that the primary flavor is of fresh, delicious vegetables. I highly recommend not skimping on: salt, pepper, or garlic unless you are going to doctor it with your own spices. I sometimes throw in some dried oregano or some red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

Provided by TaraLaGuera

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

9 lasagna noodles (cooked as directed on box...usually 8-9 minutes)
50 ounces pasta sauce (2 jars)
2 medium zucchini (sliced thinly)
2 roma tomatoes (sliced thinly)
1 red bell pepper (sliced thinly, vertically)
1/2 medium red onion (sliced thinly)
10 white button mushrooms (sliced thinly)
1 small head of broccoli (stem removed, cut into small pieces)
10 leaves basil (thinly sliced)
10 ounces mozzarella cheese (shredded)
2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese (shredded or grated)
14 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese
2 medium eggs
3 garlic cloves (minced or pressed)
6 ounces spinach
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a large bowl combine spinach, ricotta cheese, eggs, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a deep 9x13 lasagna pan, add a few oz of the pasta sauce to lightly coat the bottom. Add 3 lasagna noodles to cover the bottom of the pan with out overlapping the noodles.
  • Add half the ricotta/spinach mixture by dolloping it onto the noodles, sprinkle zucchini, tomato slices, broccoli, onion, mushrooms and bell pepper slices. Add 20 or so oz (the rest of the first jar of pasta sauce), covering the veggies.
  • On the next layer, add 3 more lasagna noodles, the other half of the spinach and ricotta mixture, the rest of the veggies, and half a jar of pasta sauce.
  • Then, to finish it off, layer the remaining lasagna noodles, the rest of the pasta sauce, and the parmigiano-reggiano cheese as well as the mozzarella.
  • Bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes until cheese begins to brown and bubble. Let sit for 10 minutes after removing from oven to allow liquids to be reabsorbed by veggies.
  • NOTE: As mentioned in the comments, this is a very thick lasagna and there is often a lot of liquid in the pan. It is best to let the lasagna sit for 10 minutes after removing from the oven to let it absorb some of the liquid. Adding salt to remove liquid as suggested is a great idea if you plan on eating the entire lasagna the day it is made/soon after. However, this lasagna freezes and reheats VERY well and that is largely because the excess liquid when it is originally made helps keep the lasagna moist after being reheated in the microwaving process. Another way to reduce the amount of liquid is to use the type of noodles that you don't have to pre-cook, however, I prefer the texture of the ones that need precooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 52.1, Sodium 822.3, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 15.6, Protein 15.9

EASY VEGETARIAN LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 to 2 large shallots, thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup)
10 ounces fresh mushrooms, such as shiitakes or buttons, chopped (about 3 cups)
1 pound frozen kale or spinach, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 9-ounce box no-boil lasagna noodles, broken into 2-to-3-inch pieces
2 cups heavy cream
4 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and soften, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper and set aside.
  • 2. Combine the lasagna noodle pieces with 1 cup water in a large bowl and stir with a rubber spatula. Add the heavy cream and stir until the pieces are evenly coated. Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan, nutmeg, red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the kale mixture and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with the shredded mozzarella
  • 3. Cover the dish with nonstick foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and cook until the lasagna is bubbly and slightly browned on top, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes and serve.

EASY 5 INGREDIENT VEGETABLE LASAGNA



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Make and share this Easy 5 Ingredient Vegetable Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce (good quality and preferably natural)
8 ounces no-boil lasagna noodles
15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese or 1 lb drained and mashed soft tofu
3 cups lightly steamed vegetables (any veggies ie broccoli, mushrooms...)
8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 9"x13" casserole.
  • Cover with a layer of noodles (3 or 4 noodles should be enough).
  • Place ricotta in a bowl and add about 1/4 cup of water, stirring until blended.
  • Spread 1/3 of this mixture over the pasta (you can use a cake spatula).
  • Spread 1/3 of the remaining pasta sauce over the cheese.
  • Spread 1/3 of the vegetables over the sauce.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 of the mozzarella over the veggies.
  • Repeat twice starting with the noodles and ending with the mozzarella.
  • Cover and bake until the noodles are tender (35 to 40 minutes).
  • Remove cover and bake 5 minutes until cheese starts to become golden.
  • Remove from oven and allow to stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.5, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 50.6, Sodium 943.1, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 13.9, Protein 20.4

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your lasagna.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. There are many delicious vegan cheeses available that can be used in lasagna, such as almond-based cheese, cashew-based cheese, and nutritional yeast.
  • Make sure to cook the vegetables until they are soft. This will help them to blend well with the other ingredients and create a smooth, creamy sauce.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna. It should be cooked just until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the noodles are tender.
  • Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set up and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian lasagna is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with vegetables, protein, and flavor, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a hearty and healthy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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