Name: Vegan Lasagna Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced into small chunks; 1 cup mushrooms, diced into small chunks; 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 cups tomato marinara sauce; 5 sheets lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized chunks; 2 cups baby spinach; ½ cup fresh basil, finely chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; Vegan cheese for serving (such as vegan ricotta), optional

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Introduction

Vegan Lasagna Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that captures the flavors of classic lasagna in a warming bowl. It’s packed with vegetables, tender pasta, and fresh herbs, making it perfect for a cozy dinner any day of the week.

A white bowl is filled with a rich red tomato soup layered with short, curly pasta floating on top. There are small chunks of soft cooked vegetables visible beneath the pasta. In the center, a scoop of white creamy cheese sits on the soup, topped with three fresh bright green basil leaves. The soup surface is sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface, with a vintage silver spoon resting nearby and an orange cloth partially visible in the corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (roughly chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 red bell pepper (diced into small chunks)
1 cup mushrooms (diced into small chunks)
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 cups tomato marinara sauce
5 sheets lasagna noodles (broken up into bite-sized chunks)
2 cups baby spinach
½ cup fresh basil (finely chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegan cheese for serving (such as ricotta, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, then sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Step 2: Add the diced red bell pepper and mushrooms to the pot. Continue sautéing for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
Step 3: Pour in the vegetable broth and tomato marinara sauce, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 4: Once boiling, add the broken lasagna noodles and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the soup, stirring frequently, until the pasta is tender according to the package instructions.
Step 5: Stir in the baby spinach and chopped fresh basil, allowing the spinach to wilt for a minute or two.
Step 6: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with vegan cheese if desired. Garnish with additional fresh basil before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a creamier texture, stir in a splash of coconut milk or a dollop of vegan ricotta before serving.
To add protein, include cooked lentils or vegan sausage pieces when adding the broth.
Use gluten-free lasagna noodles if you prefer a gluten-free soup.
Fresh herbs like oregano or thyme can add more depth to the flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of vegetable broth or water if the soup has thickened. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with rich red tomato soup, containing curly lasagna noodles and small pieces of vegetables. On top, there are two dollops of white creamy cheese and a small bunch of fresh green basil leaves. The soup has bits of chopped herbs sprinkled around, adding green specks across the surface. The bowl rests on a white marbled surface, nearby there is a silver spoon and some loose green basil leaves, along with a small glass jar filled with red chili flakes and a wooden bowl with dried herbs blurred in the background. A soft orange cloth is partially visible at the bottom left corner of the image. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pasta instead of lasagna noodles?

Yes, you can substitute broken lasagna noodles with other pasta shapes like penne, rigatoni, or broken spaghetti. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Is this soup spicy?

No, this recipe is mild and uses no spicy ingredients by default. You can add crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce if you prefer some heat.