What gives the bechamel sauce its flavor in this lasagna?

The bechamel sauce is flavored with 2-3 cloves of crushed garlic, which are added after the roux and soy milk have thickened.

How is the pesto cream made for the second layer?

Four tablespoons of vegan pesto are whisked together with one cup of soy cream to create the flavorful pesto cream layer.

How can I prevent the pasta sheets from burning in the oven?

Ensure the corners of the top pasta sheets are generously imbibed with the bechamel sauce, as instructed in step 5, to prevent them from burning.

Can I make this Pesto Lasagna ahead of time or store leftovers?

Baked lasagna typically stores well. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

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Pesto Lasagna
[Vegan]

CM By: Clémence Moulaert

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A slice of vegan pesto lasagna, showing distinct layers of pasta, green peas, lentils, spinach, and a creamy white bechamel topping, served on a white plate.

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Pesto Lasagna [Vegan]

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This take on traditional lasagna is satisfying and exceptionally healthy. Make this for a dinner party, a date night, or your next potluck.

Ingredients You Need for Pesto Lasagna [Vegan]

9 pasta sheets ready to use (as in, no need to pre-cook them)
5 tablespoons vegan pesto
1 cup soy cream
Half a pack of spinach
1 cup of frozen peas
1 can green lentils
1 cup of chestnut mushrooms, sliced
nutritional yeast to top (optional)
béchamel sauce (see below)

For the Béchamel sauce:

1 and 1/2 tablespoon vegan butter
1 and 1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
1 and 1/2 cups soy milk

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How to Prepare Pesto Lasagna [Vegan]

Pre-heat the oven to 392ºF/ 200ºC.
In a small bowl whisk together 4 tbsp pesto with the soy cream. Set aside.
Layer 1: 3 pasta sheets on the bottom of a large greased ovenproof dish. Spread the peas and lentils evenly over the sheets.
Layer 2: Another 3 sheets topped with spinach and pesto cream. Make sure the cream covers the spinach well.
Layer 3: The last three pasta sheets. Spread the remaining tbsp of pesto evenly over the sheets in a thin layer, then cover generously with the béchamel. Make sure the corners of the pasta sheets are imbibed with the sauce, otherwise they will burn in the oven. Sprinkle some nutritional yeast over the whole if you wish.
Bake in the oven for 20 mins.

To Make the Béchamel sauce:

First create a roux: in a small saucepan over medium heat melt the vegan margarine and stir in the flour. When it turns slightly golden brown, you've got a "roux".
Slowly pour in the soya milk as you keep stirring, firmly and without splashing, then keep stirring on slightly higher heat until the sauce begins to thicken.
Add the garlic. It will take around 12-15 minutes for the sauce to thicken but if it becomes too much like a pudding, take it off the heat and add a little bit more soy milk.

Nutritional Information

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