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Vegan Zucchini Lasagna

Delicious Vegan Zucchini Lasagna That Tastes Like Heaven

This Vegan Zucchini Lasagna offers a guilt-free alternative to traditional pasta, featuring layers of zucchini, vegan ricotta, and tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ricotta
  • 1 cup Vegan Ricotta Substitute with store-bought or homemade tofu ricotta for a wholesome option.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Feel free to make your own blend for a personal touch.
For the Lasagna
  • 4 large Zucchini Thinly sliced and salted to remove excess moisture.
  • 1.25 to 1.5 cups Jarred Tomato Sauce Use your favorite marinara or homemade sauce for enhanced depth.
  • 1 cup Shredded Vegan Cheese Optional; choose a store-bought option or omit for a lighter dish.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mandolin or sharp knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine your vegan ricotta with Italian seasoning.
  3. Thinly slice your zucchini to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  4. Place zucchini slices on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for about 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  5. In a baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of jarred tomato sauce on the bottom. Layer zucchini slices, vegan ricotta, and more sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with zucchini and sauce on top.
  6. If using, sprinkle shredded vegan cheese over the top layer.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until zucchini is tender and the sauce is bubbling.
  8. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing into portions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Salting the zucchini is crucial to avoid a watery lasagna. Feel free to garnish with fresh basil or nutritional yeast before serving.

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