Herbed Tofu Lasagna with Zucchini Recipe

Name: Herbed Tofu Lasagna with Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 14-oz. pkg. firm tofu, well drained; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil; ⅓ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; ⅓ cup pine nuts, toasted; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 Tbs. lemon juice; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp. sugar; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 4 medium-size zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 3 cups); 5 cups marinara sauce; 16 no-cook lasagna noodles (9 oz.)

Servings: persons

2 14-oz. pkg. firm tofu, well drained
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
⅓ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
⅓ cup pine nuts, toasted
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. sugar
1 Tbs. olive oil
4 medium-size zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 3 cups)
5 cups marinara sauce
16 no-cook lasagna noodles (9 oz.)

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Coat 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3
Combine tofu, basil, parsley, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, red pepper flakes and sugar in food processor; blend until smooth and similar to ricotta in texture.
4
Put oil and zucchini in large nonstick skillet.
5
Saute 3 to 5 minutes over medium-high heat, or until just tender.
6
Spread 3 Tbs.
7
marinara sauce over bottom of prepared baking dish.
8
Cover with layer of noodles, overlapping slightly, half of tofu mixture and half of zucchini mixture.
9
Top with another layer of noodles, remaining tofu and zucchini, and 1/2 cup sauce.
10
Finish with another layer of noodles and remaining sauce.
11
Cover with foil, and bake 1 hour.
12
Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

1889

kcal

Calories

Fat

310

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 14-oz. pkg. firm tofu, well drained, 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, ⅓ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley, ⅓ cup pine nuts, toasted, and more.

Yes, Herbed Tofu Lasagna with Zucchini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Tofu Lasagna with Zucchini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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