Description
A hearty and creamy vegan spinach lasagne layered with tender pasta, fresh spinach, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- Vegan Ricotta: 400g, provides creaminess and mimics traditional cheese
- Fresh Spinach: 300g, adds vibrant color and earthy flavor
- Lasagne Sheets: 9 sheets, form the structural layers of the dish
- Tomato Sauce: 500ml, rich and flavorful base for the layers
- Nutritional Yeast: 3 tablespoons, gives a subtle cheesy taste
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced, enhances the overall savory profile
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, used for sautéing and adding richness
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, balances the flavors
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon, adds mild heat and depth
- Fresh Basil: 5 leaves, for garnish and aromatic freshness
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Mix vegan ricotta with nutritional yeast, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté spinach lightly with olive oil until wilted.
- Lightly oil your baking dish.
- Layer lasagne sheets, tomato sauce, ricotta mixture, and spinach. Repeat layers, finishing with sauce on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the hot lasagne before serving.
Notes
- Sauté spinach briefly to prevent excess water from making the lasagne soggy.
- Use a spatula to press layers gently for compact structure.
- Simmer sauce longer for a more concentrated flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan lasagne, spinach lasagne, plant-based dinner, vegan Italian recipe, healthy lasagne