Channel Your Inner Italian With These 15 Unique and Tasty Vegan Lasagna Recipes

It’s time to take out your apron and channel your inner Italian chef because July 29^th is National Lasagna Day! Although, we wouldn’t mind if every day was lasagna day. What’s not to love about a dish that includes layers upon layers of carby goodness, fresh vegetables, rich sauces and ooey-gooey cheese?

Traditionally, lasagnas are made with meaty tomato sauce or dairy-filled béchamel, not to mention a thick layer of cheese but vegan versions are every bit as scrumptious, we promise. Don’t believe us? Check out these 10 Vegan Lasagna Recipes That’ll Convince You to Ditch Dairy and 15 Vegan Italian Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water.

If you’re a novice in vegan cooking or cooking in general, here’s How to Avoid 8 Common Cooking Mistakes when you’re making pasta. Once you’re ready to make your own vegan lasagna, check out These 7 Lasagnas That are Vegan and Ridiculously Yum! You can also easily make a vegan version of the traditional lasagna by cooking up a Homestyle ‘Meaty’ Tomato Sauce With Lentils and Walnuts and trying out dairy-free cheeses like Tofu Ricotta, Vegan Moxarella, Raw Almond Parmesan and Brazil Nut Vegan Parmesan.

Then invite your family over and celebrate lasagna day with any of these 16 unique and tasty lasagnas!

1. Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Lasagna

This Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Lasagna is a comforting and indulgent dish. It has layers of pasta with spinach, mushrooms, and a simple creamy Alfredo sauce. Topped with fresh tomatoes, this dish is filling, but not heavy, leaving plenty of room for dessert.

2. Fresh and Light Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups

A light and fresh zucchini lasagna recipe for summer! Rolled with hummus and fresh spinach, then topped with simple tomato sauce, fresh basil, and toasted pine nuts – this Zucchini lasagna will be a warm weather favorite!

3. Tricolor Lasagna

This Tricolor Lasagna is pure, filling, delicious comfort. It features three key elements; a tomato sauce, a cream sauce, and a pesto, with three different colors; red, white, and green. The tomatoes and vegetables in the sauce bring a perfect fresh taste to the recipe, and also lighten up the dish. Then, spoonfuls of thick, rich pesto filled with garlic and basil is swirled in, followed by dairy-free cheese sauce made from cashews and nutritional yeast. Together, this lasagna is an amazing dinnertime experience.

4. Butternut Squash and Tofu Ricotta Lasagna

If you’re looking for something that straight up satisfies that comfort food craving without the meat or dairy, then this Butternut Squash and Tofu Ricotta Lasagna is the perfect recipe for you. The squash is tender, cooked with garlic and fresh sage, the tofu ricotta adds bulk and an amazing cheesy flavor, and it’s baked in a simple, onion-y white sauce. The whole dish can even be made gluten-free by using rice noodles and rice flour for the sauce!

5. Creamy 3-Cheese Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna

This simple (but very delicious) Creamy 3-Cheese Spinach and Mushroom Lasagna recipe involves nothing more complex than a pan, a dish, an oven, and a blender. Spinach is sautéed, combined with mushrooms and cream cheese, and then laid down on a dish for the base. From there, the lasagna alternates between tender layers of pasta and velvety cheese sauce, and eventually is topped with sliced tomatoes and a sprinkling of grated “cheese.”

6. Enchilada Lasagna

This recipe combines the two of our favorite comfort foods into one great dish – it’s enchiladas in lasagna form. This dish is layer upon layer of homemade enchilada sauce, cheese, corn tortillas, and tender sweet potatoes. This Enchilada Lasagna is perfect for when you’re trying to feed a crowd or when you get the munchies (we don’t judge!)

7. Buckwheat Lasagna With Pumpkin Cream and Herbed Bread Crumbs

This Buckwheat Lasagna With Pumpkin Cream and Herbed Bread Crumbs is easy to make, but it looks and tastes like a dish you could order at an Italian restaurant. The buckwheat noodles provide a rustic feel that pairs perfectly with the pumpkin cream, leeks, sautéed mushrooms, and a topping of herbed bread crumbs. There’s no final baking method for this lasagna — you just layer everything and then you’re good to go!

8. Zucchini Lasagna With Pesto and Portobello Mushrooms

Most lasagnas are rich and heavy, and although delicious, they can leave you feeling sluggish. Not this Zucchini Lasagna With Pesto and Portobello Mushrooms! Longs strips of zucchini take the place of lasagna noodles and savory Portobello mushrooms pack the dish with plenty of vegetables for a hearty, yet feel-good meal. The whole meal comes together quickly, just 20 minutes of prep then idle cook time in the oven. Pair it with a simple green salad for a light, yet satisfying meal.

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9. Creamy Pumpkin Lasagna

This Creamy Pumpkin Lasagna is a real showstopper. It’s made with roasted pumpkin with a warm, creamy, and slightly spicy pumpkin béchamel sauce and gorgeous roasted pumpkin topping. Top it with the homemade pine nut parmesan and you’ve got yourself the perfect healthy but scrumptious meal!

10. Tomato Eggplant Lasagna With Cashew Mozzarella

Looking for the perfect dairy-free lasagna? This comforting dish layers gluten-free lasagna slices with fried eggplant slices, a rich tomato sauce made with carrots and leeks, and a topping of cashew mozzarella that’s gooey and stretchy. Believe us, you won’t regret giving this Tomato Eggplant Lasagna With Cashew Mozzarella a try!

11. Crispy Lasagna Pockets

Have you ever thought to yourself, “Man, lasagna would be so perfect if it was just a bit more dip-able?” Well, then you’re in luck! This recipe takes the magic that is lasagna and places it neatly inside crispy wontons for a perfectly portioned, delicious take on a classic Italian entree. These Crispy Lasagna Pockets are great for a family friendly meal or even a fun appetizer for a gathering. And the best part? They’re totally plant-based!

12. Asparagus and Mushroom Lasagna

At first glance, this Asparagus and Mushroom Lasagna may seem like any typical Italian dish, but upon closer inspection, you will be amazed at how many nourishing ingredients are actually hidden by tomato sauce and tucked under pasta sheets. This lasagna has tender asparagus spears, juicy mushrooms, and a layer of creamy walnut cheese! Baked with a layer of vegan Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top, the end result is a comforting entrée of cheesy goodness.

13. Lasagna With Cashew Bechamel

Lasagna is ubiquitous with family dinners and comfort food and this recipe is packed with all kinds of hearty goodness. It combines a creamy cashew bechamel sauce with sautéed vegetables, homemade low-fat tomato sauce, and almond Parmesan cheese on top. You definitely won’t miss dairy when you take a bite of this Lasagna With Cashew Bechamel!

14. Roll-Up Lasagna

Sometimes you want the deliciousness of a lasagna, but not all of the carbs and definitely not the food coma. These roll-ups provide the same burst of herb-y creaminess, just rolled up in zucchini and eggplant slices instead of layers of dough. Serve this Roll-Up Lasagna in a pool of your favorite marinara sauce and buon appetito !

15. Tomato and Vegetable Lasagna

Packed with veggies, homemade sauce, and plant-based cheese, this lasagna is perfect for any occasion. It’s layered with baked eggplant slices and a savory mushroom mince that replaces meat. The lasagna has a really yummy ricotta cheese layer that tastes just like the real thing. You definitely won’t be disappointed if you try this Tomato and Vegetable Lasagna recipe!

Want more pasta recipes? Check out these 21 Pasta Dishes to Make Your Summer Dairy-Free and Delicious and these 15 Creamy, Comforting Pasta Dishes You Won’t Believe Are Dairy-Free.

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Lead image source: Enchilada Lasagna