This vegan lasagna is packed with layers of flavor, from the rich tomato sauce to the creamy cashew ricotta, all topped with melty vegan cheese. It's a perfect dish for a cozy night in with friends or family.
Ingredients
- 1 box of lasagna noodles
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup cashews, soaked overnight
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup vegan cheese shreds
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
- In a blender, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to make the cashew ricotta.
- In a skillet, sauté mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers until softened.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, followed by a layer of noodles, cashew ricotta, veggies, and spinach. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of marinara sauce on top.
- Sprinkle vegan cheese shreds over the top layer.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
Cashews are a great source of healthy fats and protein.
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to vegan dishes.
This lasagna can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.