Zucchini-Quinoa Lasagna Recipe

Name: Zucchini-Quinoa Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large zucchini, cut lengthwise into 12 1/4-inch-thick slices; 1 tsp. salt; 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 tsp. dried oregano; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped; 2 Tbs. nondairy cream cheese, such as Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, optional; 1 25-oz. jar marinara sauce; 1/2 cup shredded nondairy cheese, such as Daiya Mozzarella, optional

Servings: persons

2 large zucchini, cut lengthwise into 12 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tsp. salt
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
2 Tbs. nondairy cream cheese, such as Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese, optional
1 25-oz. jar marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded nondairy cheese, such as Daiya Mozzarella, optional

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Place zucchini slices on bed of paper towels.
3
Sprinkle with salt, cover with paper towels, and let stand to release moisture while preparing quinoa.
4
Bring broth, quinoa, tomato sauce, onion, and oregano to a boil in saucepan.
5
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 25 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
6
Remove from heat, and stir in basil, parsley, and cream cheese, if using.
7
Spoon 1/3 cup marinara sauce over bottom of 8-inch square baking dish.
8
Blot remaining moisture and salt from zucchini slices, and lay 4 zucchini slices over marinara sauce in pan.
9
Spoon half of quinoa over zucchini, and cover with 1/3 cup marinara.
10
Repeat with 4 more zucchini slices, remaining quinoa, and 1/3 cup marinara.
11
Top with remaining 4 zucchini slices, remaining marinara, and shredded cheese, if using.
12
Bake lasagna 30 minutes, or until zucchini is tender and top is bubbly.

250

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large zucchini, cut lengthwise into 12 1/4-inch-thick slices, 1 tsp. salt, 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained, and more.

Yes, Zucchini-Quinoa Lasagna 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.

Zucchini-Quinoa Lasagna

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