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Eggplant Lasagna

Mouthwatering Eggplant Lasagna That's Effortlessly Vegan

This Eggplant Lasagna is the perfect effortless vegan dish that combines rich flavors and healthy ingredients for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 8 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna
  • 2 large Eggplants cut into slices
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil essential for frying
  • 1 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese or regular parmesan
  • 2 cups Vegan Ricotta can be made from scratch
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce select no-sugar-added brand
  • 5 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Vegan Mozzarella Cheese shredded or block form
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper to taste
  • 3 tsp Italian Herbs fresh herbs optional
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 4 tsp Garlic Powder
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast adds cheesy flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Eggplant Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C) and prepare a 10x10-inch casserole dish. Organize your ingredients.
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  2. Slice the eggplants into thin rounds. Fry the eggplant slices in olive oil for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper, and place on paper towels.
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  3. Mix the marinara sauce with the minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Whisk garlic and onion powder into the vegan ricotta until combined.
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  4. Layer the lasagna starting with marinara sauce, followed by fried eggplant, vegan ricotta, vegan mozzarella, and marinara. Repeat layers and finish with marinara and vegan ricotta on top.
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  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes until bubbling and golden. Allow to cool for 5-8 minutes before slicing.
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  6. Serve warm and enjoy this Easy Vegan Eggplant Lasagna!
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure eggplant slices are uniform for even cooking and use hot oil to prevent sogginess. Make ahead and refrigerate for easy meal prep.

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