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Zucchini red lentil casserole served.
Healthy casserole with fresh vegetables and lentils

Zucchini Red Lentil Lasagne

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses Quick Meals
A healthy, gluten-free cousin to lasagna. Thin zucchini slices replace pasta sheets, and the meat sauce is swapped for a spiced tomato red lentil filling. A light yet satisfying dish where sweet roasted veggies meet earthy lentils and melting cheese. Perfect when you want comfort food without the carb coma.
🕒 Prep Time 25 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 300 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking Dish: For baking.
  • Pot: For lentils.
  • Skillet: For sauce.
  • Knife/Mandoline: Slicing.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Tree Nuts/Soy (in vegan cheese/milk)

Instructions

1 ✓

Boil lentils in salted water for 10-12 mins until semi-soft. Drain.

Tip: Keep them 'al dente' as they will cook more in the oven.
2 ✓

Slice zucchini lengthwise (1/8 inch thick). Salt and let sit 10 mins, then pat dry with paper towels.

Tip: Salting draws out water via osmosis, preventing a soggy casserole.
3 ✓

Sauté chopped onion and garlic in oil. Add canned tomatoes and spices. Simmer briefly.

Tip: This simple marinara creates the flavor base.
4 ✓

Mix the par-cooked lentils into the tomato sauce.

Tip: Lentils absorb the tomato flavor.
5 ✓

Grease dish. Layer: Zucchini, Lentil Sauce. Repeat. Top with zucchini.

Tip: Layering ensures a mix of textures.
6 ✓

Pour milk over top (a cheat's bechamel) and sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 mins until golden.

Tip: Let rest 10 mins before cutting to set.

Recipe FAQ

Why is it watery?
Zucchini holds lots of water. Salt slices and pat dry, or grill briefly before assembling.
Soak lentils?
No need! Red lentils are skinless and cook in 15 mins.

Ingredients

  • 2 large Zucchini
  • 1 cup Red Lentils (dry)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Plant Milk (or milk)
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese (shredded) or Mozzarella
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper