Description
A delicious and easy gluten-free lasagna recipe with a dairy-free option, perfect for those with dietary restrictions. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (25 oz) jar gluten-free marinara sauce
- 9 gluten-free lasagna noodles
- 1 cup dairy-free ricotta or regular ricotta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded dairy-free mozzarella or regular mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground beef or turkey, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook gluten-free lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta (or dairy-free ricotta), egg, and a pinch of salt.
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Layer 3 noodles, 1/3 of the ricotta mixture, 1/3 of the meat sauce, and 1/3 of the mozzarella. Repeat layers twice.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use cooked lentils or plant-based meat as a vegetarian option.
- Use a nut-based or soy-based cheese alternative for dairy-free version.
- Letting the lasagna rest before slicing helps it set.