Plantain Lasgana

 
 

If you are a lasagna or spaghetti lover! Then you are sure to love this super easy and DELICIOUS twist to Italian lasagna! Rather you are a vegan, vegetarian, carnivore, or whatever, you are going to love this one!!It is great for meal prepping as well. Now, if you are a lasagna or spaghetti lover then you know it’s always better the next day!

Well, let’s get to the reason you’re here…the recipe, right?

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red lentils (you can use green lentils too)

  • 2 cups water

  • 6 ripe plantains

  • 2 tbsp oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup diced mushrooms

  • 1 bell pepper, diced

  • 2 medium carrots diced

  • 1 cup tomatoes diced

  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (or tofu crumbles)

  • 24-32-ounces marinara sauce

    Seasonings

  • 2 tsp Italian

  • 2 tsp garlic powder

  • 2 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp pepper

    Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F

  2. Carefully peel the plantain, trying not to break them. Slice the plantains length-wise into thin strips (about 3-4 slices per banana).

  3. Pour the oil into a long baking pan and arrange the plantain slices in a single layer in the pan baking. Then bake for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

  4. Rinse the lentils and place them in a saucepan. Add the water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

  5. As the lentils are simmering add the onions, garlic and carrots to a separate pan and cook for about 3 minutes.

  6. Add the mushrooms, tomatoes, and bell pepper, and cook for another 7-10 minutes or until red bell peppers are tender enough for your liking.

  7. Drain excess water from the lentils if needed. Then add the cooked red lentils, walnuts, and the sauce to veggies.

  8. Cook for about 5-8 minutes over medium heat, stirring regularly. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove from heat and set aside.

  9. Arrange a layer of plantain in a rectangular baking dish. Top with half of the filling. Repeat with another layer of plantains and the remaining filling.

  10. Once the lasagna is together place it in the oven for about 10-15 minutes. Then let it cool for a few minutes and serve with a salad on the side!

  11. There will not be any leftovers trust me!! But if so, it can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can reheat, by covering with aluminum foil and bake in a 350°F preheated oven for 30-40 minutes. Great for meal prepping!


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