Enjoy vegan taco lasagna—a cheesy, layered plant-based dinner packed with bold Mexican flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Vegan taco lasagna brings together the bold flavors of tacos with the comfort of classic lasagna. Moreover, it’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
⏱ Time
Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 40–45 minutes
Serves: 6–8
🧺 Ingredients
- 9 lasagna sheets (regular or no-boil)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup cooked lentils or vegan ground
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups vegan shredded cheese
- 1 cup vegan sour cream or cashew cream
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Next, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion until soft. Then, add mushrooms and cook until lightly browned.
After that, stir in beans, lentils, corn, salsa, and spices. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare your lasagna sheets if needed.
Then, layer lasagna sheets, taco filling, vegan sour cream, and vegan cheese in the baking dish.
Repeat, ending with cheese on top.
Finally, cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for 10–15 minutes until bubbly. Let rest before slicing.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Extra Creamy: Add guacamole or extra cashew cream between layers.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free lasagna sheets.
- Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Veggie Boost: Include bell peppers or zucchini.
- Crunchy Top: Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips before baking.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Taco Lasagna
Firstly, beans and lentils provide plant-based protein and fiber, supporting digestion and satiety.
Secondly, vegetables add vitamins and antioxidants, boosting immunity.
Moreover, being dairy-free makes it heart-friendly and cholesterol-free.
In addition, baking instead of frying keeps it lighter yet filling.
As a result, this dish offers comfort food with balanced nutrition.
Finally, it’s ideal for meal prep and reheats beautifully.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, reduce chili powder for a milder taste.
- Then, use mild salsa and extra vegan cheese.
- Next, finely chop vegetables so kids enjoy the texture.
- Finally, serve with tortilla chips or avocado slices.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 320–360 kcal
- Protein: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
