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Eggplant Lasagna

Savory Eggplant Lasagna that's a Vegan Delight for Everyone

This Eggplant Lasagna is a delightful vegan twist on the classic, satisfying cravings while being budget-friendly and perfect for meal prep.
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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: Vegan
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 2 medium Eggplants Cut into thin slices for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for frying; can substitute with avocado oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Cheesy Layers
  • 1 cup Vegan Ricotta Can replace with store-bought or tofu blend.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese Homemade or nutritional yeast as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Vegan Mozzarella Regular cheese can be swapped if not vegan.
For the Marinara Base
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade works great.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
For Seasoning and Extra Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Herbs Adjust according to your taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional but recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder For extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Casserole Dish
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 410°F (210°C) and grease a 10x10 casserole dish with olive oil.
  2. Slice eggplants and sauté in olive oil with salt and pepper for about 5 minutes.
  3. Mix marinara sauce with minced garlic and season to taste.
  4. Prepare vegan ricotta by mixing with onion powder and garlic powder until smooth.
  5. Layer the ingredients in the casserole dish starting with marinara, followed by eggplant, ricotta, marinara, and cheese.
  6. Cover and bake for approximately 30 minutes, then let it cool for 5-8 minutes.
  7. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be assembled a few days in advance; just bake it when you're ready to enjoy.

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