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Vegan Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna

Layered with cashew ricotta and roasted butternut squash, this lasagna is sure to make for a memorable meal!
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 370kcal

Ingredients

For the lasagna

  • 2 cups 1-inch cubed butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon high heat oil
  • 2 cups raw cashews soaked*
  • juice of 2 lemons about ¼ cup
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 bunch lacinato kale stems removed and chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 28 ounces marinara
  • 6 lasagna noodles
  • fresh basil for garnish optional

For the pinenut parmesan

  • 3/4 cup toasted pinenuts
  • 1-2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F then line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Arrange the cubed butternut squash on top and toss with high heat oil. Bake in the oven for about 20-30 minutes, or until tender to pierce with a fork. Remove from oven then reduce heat to 350°F.
  • Meanwhile prepare the cashew ricotta by combining the soaked and rinsed cashews with the lemon juice, garlic, nutritional yeast and salt in a high speed blender with 1/4 cup water. Blend until smooth. You will likely have to scrape down the sides in between blending. Add a tablespoon or so of water at a time if needed to help blend. Careful not to add too much water. It should be thick but able to spread.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil then add the onion and cook for about 3 minutes, until translucent. Add the kale, salt & pepper, and oregano, then cover with a lid and continue to cook until wilted, stirring intermittently. Set aside.
  • Prepare the lasagna noodles as directed then rinse with cold water to keep from sticking together. In a 9x9” baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of the marinara along the bottom.
  • Place 2 of the noodles over the marinara then layer roughly 1/2 cup of the cashew ricotta on top. Arrange 1/2 of the butternut squash on top of the ricotta, layer with another 1/2 cup marinara then top with 2 more lasagna noodles.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of the cashew ricotta on top of the noodles then arrange cooked kale over the top. Add another 1/2 cup marinara then finish with remaining 2 lasagna noodles.
  • Spread the remaining cashew ricotta on the noodles and arrange the remaining butternut squash on top. Finish with remaining marinara then bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until heated through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the pine nut parmesan by combining the toasted pinenuts with nutritional yeast, garlic powder and salt in a food processor or blender. Pulse until a somewhat chunky powder forms.
  • Remove warm lasagna from the oven and allow to cool for at least 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle pinenut parmesan on top of lasagna and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

*To soak cashews, place them in a large bowl covered with water by a few inches. Allow to soak for 6-8 hours, or up to overnight. For a faster method, soak them in boiling hot water for 30 minutes. Be sure to strain excess water before adding to recipe. 
Nutrition Facts are an estimate and may vary depending on specific ingredients you choose.

Nutrition

Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 490mg | Potassium: 752mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3823IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 4mg