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Dairy-Free and Grain-Free Lasagna

Cultural Context

Lasagna, a staple of Italian cuisine, has evolved over centuries, traditionally made with layers of pasta, cheese, and meat. This dairy-free and grain-free version caters to modern dietary needs while preserving the essence of the beloved dish. It's a great option for those avoiding gluten and dairy, and it showcases the versatility of vegetables like zucchini. Today, variations abound, making lasagna a favorite for many families and gatherings.

ItalianUSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
mild chicken Italian sausage
ground beef
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
garlic
fresh chopped parsley
1 egg
dairy-free ricotta (almond-based or store-bought Kite Hill)
canned tomato sauce (Cooa Antika brand)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: none

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor but may not be as convenient.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often less expensive.

1

Brown mild chicken Italian sausage and ground beef in a skillet.

2

Add 1/2 cup diced yellow onion and garlic to the skillet; continue browning the mixture.

3

Chop fresh parsley and set aside.

4

Prepare dairy-free ricotta by mixing it with chopped parsley and 1 egg in a bowl.

5

Stir the ricotta mixture until well combined.

6

Drain excess fat from the meat mixture using a colander.

7

Add canned tomato sauce to the meat mixture and stir to combine.

8

Layer the meat mixture and ricotta mixture in a baking dish, starting with the meat sauce at the bottom.

9

Continue layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of meat sauce on top.

10

Bake the assembled lasagna in the oven until heated through and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletcolanderbaking dishmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-freepaleo

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Vegetable LasagnaZucchini Lasagna

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