I am new to a plant-based diet and I love your recipes. Hi Stacie, that’s a good questions. I appreciate you taking the time. This was so easy to make, and I didn’t burn myself on the lasagna noodles during the assembly process. The only thing I changed was to use fire roasted tomatoes along with crushed tomatoes to make my marinara. I just think this could add to it. I spend a lot of time coming up with recipes, researching them and testing them until I post to make sure they are delicious. I'm Natasha Kravchuk. 1 egg We loved your slow cooker recipe, too – but this one is definitely our new favorite. Also added some red pepper flakes and 4 slices of plant-based provolone to the middle layer. I subbed in your cashew cream recipe into my Italian family recipe lasagna and it was absolutely heaven in a dish ❤️❤️❤️❤️, Who are you? —Michelle Dougherty, Lewiston, Idaho But, you could try what you suggested-preparing the vegetables and then assembling next day and bake. The mixture is layered with lasagna noodles, pasta sauce, mozzarella cheese, and topped with crumbled feta. This was beyond delicious ! I am a bit nervous about this because I have never even made a vegetarian or a traditional lasagna. Hi Vish, I’m sorry your lasagna seemed undercooked. It gave me a perfect noodle at the end of baking. I want to double the size of this fabulous lasagna but when I hit the 2X square on the recipe the only thing that doubles is the marina sauce and lasagna noodles. It would be nice to hear from you. I am Natasha, the blogger behind Natasha's Kitchen (since 2009). My family enjoyed this easy recipe, and I will, definitely, cook it again! I am new to vegan hood, I googled vegan lasagne , and this recipe came up, wow!! WOW! Remove the skillet from the heat and season to taste with salt and pepper. I’m not vegan but this is still my go-to lasagne. My store did not have no boil lasagna noodles. This is the best vegan lasagna I’ve tried and my whole family loved it! I love how the veg can be however with what you have! (You will not be subscribed to our email newsletter.). Hi Natasha! In a blender, combine the cashews, water, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and mustard. Get the recipe here! OMG! See below for gluten-free suggestions. My pleasure! Vegan Lasagna. You may need to clear you cache. Hi Karen! Thank you for your review. Remove the pan from the oven and let the lasagna cool for 15 to 20 minutes, so it has time to set and cool down to a reasonable temperature. I appreciate your review. My picky 10 year old son who won’t eat lasagna went for seconds with this one and my husband and toddler loved it as well. Definitely recommend it with the mushrooms for the umami. I don’t tend to have as much luck with recipes like this as a make ahead option as the ingredients tend to get watery for me with out baking. LOL Delicious and easy to make. My family has requested I make it weekly. I made it exactly per your instructions and will make it again and again. The dish has tons of flavor and creaminess that mimicks traditional lasagna. My daughter is vegan and my husband and I are trying to eat more vegetables- this makes it so easy. If I was at a high-end restaurant I’d rate this an A or A+. I’m so happy the family enjoyed that together! Hi Diane, you can follow my Italian Eggplant Parmesan as a guide! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Thanks for sharing your excellent review! Welcome to my kitchen! What makes a lasagna casserole? I made 1 major substitution (zucchini for the mushrooms) because of an allergy, but this recipe was amazing. Mashed tofu, when seasoned correctly, tastes eerily similar to … Thank you so much for sharing your recipes!! 5. This was soo good, thank you! She will be okay, you’ll see. This is amazing. We all loved it and it was truly amazing – thank you for sharing your knowledge and love of food! I added your vegan parmesan on top and then added some store bought vegan parm to my half and some dairy italian cheese on top for my husband. So easy and so tasty. Even kid approved! This lasagne is top notch! Once it’s out of the oven, we’ll drizzle a little leftover cashew cream on top. Stir in seasonings: 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/8 tsp pepper. That’s a tough choice because both recipes are amazing but yes I think you should go for the one that is easier to make especially if you need to save some time. It was creamy flavorful and delicious! Every recipe I make of yours is just delicious. Yes, you want to double everything. I’m glad you enjoy the recipe! Add bouillon cubes, water, potato, rice, … This looks delicious! Hi, Thank you for sharing that with us! Thank you so much! Served garlic bread, Brussels sprouts and broccoli on the side. First substantial recipe I’ve tried since becoming vegan about a year ago that has come out perfect. Tried it and it came out pretty good. Combine bread cubes, tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onion, … In a large saucepan, heat up olive oil over medium high heat. What can you use insead of queso fresco cheese ?? Made it last nite using wide egg noodles in place of penne. Everything is combined in a casserole dish (no layering) and this lasagna recipe bakes way faster! Simple and delicious! (whenever it is we will have company over again!). 24 oz marinara sauce (homemade, or store-bought). The cashew cream even somewhat tastes like real cheese. Stay healthy and safe. Phenomenal. For the fillings, I used dried shittake mushroom for the meaty chew, tvp, red bell peppers, brocolli and tomato sauce with the mushroom water. I have a severe dairy allergy and haven’t had a lasagna since I was a kid. I am speechless!!! Hi Joycelyn, Thank you for your comment and sorry you feel frustrated. I’m glad it was a hit with the entire family. They loved it. Well done. When i clicked on the Nutrition information nothing came up, though. This is going in my go-to recipe collection. I might also try to go with five layers of lasagna noodles rather than the four I did. We have tried with varying results many vegan lasagnas, none have been repeats..until I made yours Kate. Your recipes never fail!! Hi Niki, you could try another vinegar or lemon juice instead. Just wanted to say I’ve been vegan for 5 years and have tried so many different recipes and I have to say that your website is the best! I soon found the man in the kitchen, going back for seconds. Add half of the bread cubes; cook and stir until toasted, about 8 minutes. After trying SO MANY vegan lasagna’s, I kind of lost a bit of hope. Spread ¾ cup tomato sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9” by 9” baking dish. Wanting to try this for a weekend family holiday. YOU ROCK !! Thank you so much for all these amazing recipes!! I’m so happy to hear you loved it! How to Make the Best Marinara Sauce: 1. P.S. I don’t know how it compares to the cashew version, but what I made was delicious. The change in texture adds some depth imo. I’ve been making lasagna for well over 60 years so definitely not a novice but I’m always game to try different versions of making it especially now that we have two adult grandchildren who’ve decided they will be strictly vegan for the rest of their lives. I’m still amazed by how well this “sour cream” concoction replaces all kinds of creamy, dairy-based cheeses and sauces. I haven’t got the method down just yet. Wondering if the cashew cream sauce is calorically better or worse than the cheeses that usually keep me from making lasagna. Every one I have tried is excellent ! My pleasure Mariya! I added water to leftovers When warming it up since it was a little dry. To retain moister? I created this recipe about a year ago and continued making it as a dinner staple in my house almost once a month, all year long. Thank you! I honestly don’t know which I like better, your lasagna recipe or this one. I appreciate your review. Thanks, I hated meat lasagna, the vegetarian recipe made me love lasagna so this very much satisfies my lasagna cravings. Gently reheat individual servings in the microwave or oven as needed. I would love to make this as I love all your recipes, but I have 2 children with severe cashew allergies. I’m excited it was a hit with a crowd! Make sure to let it set some as well when you bring it out of the oven, that may help. Your blog and recipes have made me feel so much more confident in the kitchen! Your site is my “go to” place for most recipes and they never disappoint. Layer 3 lasagna noodles on top (snap off their ends to fit, and/or overlap their edges as necessary). Can i make the casserole ahead of time and bake later in time for dinner? I’ve made this multiple times and it really is the best ever vegan lasagne!! I stink with a knife when it comes to the dicing but that’s neither here nor there. I understand there may be some glitches in the plug-in. I’ll never look for another recipe. My family enjoyed it as well. You are a heaven sent. Oh, I eliminated oil and cooked vegs in vegetable broth prior to assembly. This post may contain affiliate links. This is soooo yummy! If you’re having trouble blending the mixture, slowly blend in up to ½ cup additional water, using only as much as necessary. Thanks for sharing and DO expect more IP recipes! Hi Lydia, I think it works a little better with ranchero since ricotta cheese has more liquid and it blends into the marinara making it more of a creamy sauce. All rights reserved. Thank you so much!!! Honestly, if I hadn’t told them that the cashew cream wasn’t real cheese, I doubt they would’ve caught on. So damn good. FREE BONUS: 5 Secrets to Be a Better Cook! This is sure to be one of my go-to dishes from here on out. The cashew cream makes all the difference. Thank you from our family! I didn’t take a short cut here, and I’m sorry to hear that is your impression. Instead of mushrooms, I added some zuchini and bell peppers. Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Maria. This lasagna. This vegan lasagna tastes as good as it looks. I love your creativity, Melissa! In a dutch oven or heavy bottomed soup pot, add 1/3 cup olive oil and saute onions and garlic together over medium heat until softened (7 mins). Only complaint is that there wasn’t more of it! GUESS WHAT?? Its the cashew cream that makes this recipe pop. You won’t believe this vegan fish and chips recipe! My pleasure Inna! My only regret was that I didn’t stumble across this recipe sooner. Add the escarole and saute until wilted, about 2 minutes. (I did make one substitute, because I had two portobello mushrooms in the frig, I used them instead of creminis). Overall, it was very tasty but I made the mozzerella and I added a bit too much to the recipe. I’m hoping to make some meals in advance so reduce cooking time at camp. I am amazed how yummy the cashew cream is and we never missed the cheese! Hi Mary, I think that could work with diced and cooked zucchini or mushrooms or eggplant or any combination of these. My husband is slowly transitioning from high animal product diet to more plant based and he absolutely loved this lasagne and asked to take to work each week. Thank you for sharing. It turned out great! If I don’t have ranchero cheese what can I use in its place? I used eggplant noodles in place of lasagna noodles for half of the layers, and would make this once a week if I knew it wasn’t a diet-buster. Bake at 350˚F for 20 min to melt cheese and make the center steaming hot. It helps to make sure the cheese doesn’t get too overdone before the rest of it is baked. Every part was delish, from the cream to the sautéed veggies to the marinara. Explore our everyday life, the best source for food and drink tips, health and general wellness, healthy relationships and much more. Nicola, I also wanted to make this without nuts. Hi Natasha! I hope you love it! I think if I were to change it, I would add more spices- like red pepper and more oregeno. I’m glad to hear the recipe is such a hit. So two days ago I came across this recipe, bought the ingredients and cooked it about as perfectly as I could have.