Best Herbed Tofu Lasagna With Zucchini Recipes

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TOFU LASAGNA



Tofu Lasagna image

Good for people who aren't reluctant to try tofu. After this lasagna you and your guests will love it!

Provided by M.PERRY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 55m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ (12 ounce) package uncooked lasagna noodles
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu, crumbled
2 eggs
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup spaghetti sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a medium bowl combine tofu, eggs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, milk, spaghetti sauce, parsley and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Spread a layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Layer lasagna noodles with the sauce mixture, ending with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 81.2 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 569.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

HERBED TOFU LASAGNA WITH ZUCCHINI



Herbed Tofu Lasagna With Zucchini image

In this recipe, herbs and seasonings are added to tofu and mixed until creamy, and is used in place of ricotta cheese. It is important that you use the best marinara sauce you can find, and then drizzle each serving with the extra virgin olive oil. From VT April 2006.

Provided by Annisette

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (14 ounce) packages firm tofu, well-drained
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/3 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
1/3 cup pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch slices (about 3 cups)
5 cups marinara sauce (the best you can find)
16 no-boil lasagna noodles
extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling on each serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F; coat a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Toast pine nuts: Place them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly until golden (about 3 minutes).
  • In food processor, combine tofu, basil, parsley, toasted pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Blend until smooth and similar in texture to ricotta cheese.
  • In large non-stick skillet, heat oil and sauté the zucchini on medium-high heat just until they're tender (about 3 -5 minutes).
  • Spread 3 tablespoons of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Cover with a layer of noodles, overlapping them slightly.
  • Layer as follows:.
  • 1/2 of the tofu mixture.
  • 1/2 of the zucchini mixture.
  • Layer of noodles.
  • Remaining tofu.
  • Remaining zucchini.
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce.
  • Layer of noodles.
  • Remaining marinara sauce.
  • Cover pan with foil and bake 1 hour. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Drizzle olive oil on each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 852.6, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 13.3, Protein 10.7

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