Luxurious Tofu Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Luxurious Tofu Lasagna recipe for dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb firm tofu
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
7/8 cup boiling water
1 cup textured vegetable protein , granules ( TVP )
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion , chopped
1 green pepper , chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 cups marinara sauce
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
4 ounces soy mozzarella cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
320
Sugar
6g
Fat
11g
If you're looking for a healthy and delicious vegan main course, look no further than this luxurious tofu lasagna. Made with firm tofu, TVP granules, marinara sauce, and soy mozzarella cheese, this lasagna packs a ton of flavor and is perfect for a cozy night in. Whether you're a vegan or just trying to eat more plant-based meals, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite veggies and herbs!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.In a bowl, crumble the tofu and mix with onion powder, salt, basil, garlic powder and boiling water. Stir in the TVP granules and let stand to rehydrate.
3.Heat the olive oil in a skillet and add onion, green pepper, and garlic. Sauté until onion is translucent. Add in basil, oregano, and soy sauce.
4.Pour in marinara sauce, TVP mixture, and stir to combine.
5.Spoon one-third of sauce into the prepared baking dish. Layer noodles over sauce. Spread another one-third of the sauce over noodles. Sprinkle soy mozzarella cheese over sauce. Repeat another layer of noodles, sauce, and ending with cheese on top.
6.Cover dish with foil and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until top is golden brown and bubbly.

PROS

This luxurious tofu lasagna is a healthy, delicious, and vegan version of traditional lasagna.

It’s packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients and is low in fat and calories.

It’s easy to make, freezes well, and is perfect for meal prep.

The soy mozzarella cheese is a great dairy-free alternative to traditional mozzarella cheese.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste or texture of tofu.

It may take some time to assemble and bake this lasagna.

This recipe uses TVP, which may not be available at all grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tofu is a great source of protein, iron, and calcium.
It also contains antioxidants and is low in calories and fat.
Using soy mozzarella cheese instead of traditional mozzarella cheese reduces the saturated fat and cholesterol in the recipe.
Eating a diet rich in vegetables, like green pepper and onion, can have numerous health benefits like reducing the risk of chronic diseases and improving digestion.

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