Spinach Mushroom Lasagna I
Description
This hearty vegan lasagna offers a comforting twist on the classic Italian dish, using a silky tofu-based ricotta substitute instead of dairy. The filling is packed with savory sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs like tarragon and dill, creating a rich, earthy flavor profile. Topped with a light tomato sauce and crunchy walnuts, it delivers a satisfying texture contrast in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this recipe is easy to assemble and freezes beautifully.Directions
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Blend firm tofu in a food processor until smooth.
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Add salt, lemon juice, vegetable oil, tahini, and miso to the tofu and blend until thoroughly smooth. Set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
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Add garlic, black pepper, nutmeg, tarragon, dill, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for several minutes until mushrooms are tender.
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Stir in chopped spinach and parsley. Sauté briefly just until spinach wilts, then remove from heat.
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Add the vegetable mixture to the tofu mixture in the food processor. Blend briefly, just to combine, ensuring some texture remains.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly oil the bottom and sides of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
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Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of toasted breadcrumbs into the dish, tilting to coat the bottom and sides evenly.
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Spread one-third of the tomato sauce on the bottom of the dish, followed by one-third of the walnuts.
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Lay 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread half of the tofu mixture evenly over the noodles.
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Repeat the layering: add another 3 noodles, the remaining tofu mixture, and another layer of sauce.
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Top with the remaining 3 noodles, remaining sauce, and remaining walnuts.
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Sprinkle the rest of the breadcrumbs on top. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
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Let cool for 20-30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 203.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.4g21%
- Saturated Fat 2.0g10%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4884.6mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 19.9g7%
- Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 3.5g8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.