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Vegan Lasagna Roll-Ups with Pesto Ricotta

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, lasagna has been adapted in various forms around the world. These Vegan Lasagna Roll-Ups with Pesto Ricotta offer a modern twist, catering to plant-based diets while retaining the comforting essence of traditional lasagna. The use of pesto and tofu creates a creamy, flavorful filling that appeals to both vegans and non-vegans alike, making it a popular choice for gatherings and family dinners.

ItalianUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb tofu
1 cup soaked cashews
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup nutritional yeast flakes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon Bragg's liquid amino
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup vegan cheese
1 tablespoon freeze-dried basil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: silken tofu

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cottage cheese

Silken tofu provides a creamy texture, while cottage cheese is often less expensive.

nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan cheese can be used for a similar umami flavor.

vegan cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: mozzarella

Regular mozzarella can be used for a non-vegan version.

1

Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water; adding olive oil is optional to prevent sticking.

2

For the filling, blend soaked cashews and tofu until creamy.

3

Add lemon juice to the filling and blend again.

4

Incorporate garlic into the filling mixture and blend.

5

Add pine nuts and fresh basil to the filling; be generous with the basil for flavor.

6

Mix in nutritional yeast flakes and crushed red pepper to taste.

7

While blending, drizzle in olive oil until well combined.

8

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.

9

Lay out the lasagna sheets and spread a layer of filling in the center of each.

10

Roll up each lasagna sheet and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.

11

Repeat the filling and rolling process for the remaining noodles.

12

Top the roll-ups with more marinara sauce and your favorite vegan cheese.

13

Sprinkle with homemade vegan parmesan cheese and freeze-dried basil.

14

Bake in the oven until heated through and slightly golden.

Cooking Techniques

blendingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potfood processorbaking dishmixing bowlmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

soytree-nuts

Also Known As

Vegan Pesto Lasagna RollsPesto Ricotta Roll-Ups

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