Ingredients
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2-3 cloves)
- 8 ounces thinly sliced mushrooms
- 12 ounces plant-based ground meat (such as Impossible beef)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
Lasagna Noodles & Cheese
- 6-8 lasagna noodles
- 8 ounces vegan ricotta
- 1/2 cup shredded vegan mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated vegan parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat and Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Mushrooms and Plant-Based Meat: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown. Then add the plant-based ground meat, cooking and breaking it apart with a spoon until browned and heated through, roughly 5-6 minutes.
- Add Tomato Paste and Spices: Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 2 teaspoons dried basil, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes to let the spices bloom and deepen the flavor.
- Combine Broth, Tomatoes, and Parsley: Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and both cans of diced tomatoes (including juice). Stir in 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add Lasagna Noodles: Break the lasagna noodles into smaller pieces and add them to the boiling soup. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles are tender.
- Finish with Vegan Cheeses: Once noodles are cooked, stir in 8 ounces of vegan ricotta cheese until creamy and well combined. Serve each bowl of soup topped with 1/2 cup shredded vegan mozzarella and 1/4 cup grated vegan parmesan cheese for a cheesy finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy a comforting bowl of vegan lasagna soup.
Notes
- You can use any brand of plant-based ground meat or substitute with crumbled tofu or lentils for a different texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for spice level preference or omit for no heat.
- Lasagna noodles can be substituted with broken spaghetti or other pasta shapes if preferred.
- To make it nut-free, verify the vegan cheeses or make homemade versions.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegan