🧡 Butternut Squash & Tofu Ricotta Lasagna (with Palmini)

There’s something about lasagna that feels like the ultimate fall comfort food — warm, creamy, and layered with love. This version swaps out heavy noodles for Palmini hearts-of-palm lasagna sheets, adds roasted butternut squash for natural sweetness, and brings it all together with the dreamiest tofu ricotta. Light enough for weeknights, but cozy enough for a Sunday dinner.

🍂 Why You’ll Love It

• 100% plant-based and gluten-free

• Packed with protein and nutrients

• Comforting without the heaviness

• Great make-ahead or meal-prep dish

• And bonus — you can get 20% off Palmini with code: KELLYSGREENKITCHEN20.

🥣 Ingredients

Tofu Ricotta

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, drained

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp pepper

• Optional: handful of basil or spinach

Butternut Squash Layer

• 3 cups cubed butternut squash

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

• ¼ tsp cinnamon

• Salt + pepper to taste

For Assembly

• 1 can Palmini lasagna sheets, rinsed + drained

• 1 cup marinara or roasted red pepper sauce

• ½ cup vegan mozzarella

• Fresh sage for topping

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Roast the squash: Toss cubes with olive oil, salt + pepper. Roast at 400°F for 25 minutes until caramelized.

2. Make tofu ricotta: Blend tofu, olive oil, lemon, garlic, nutritional yeast, salt + pepper until creamy.

3. Mash squash: Combine roasted squash with maple syrup, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

4. Assemble: Layer sauce → Palmini → ricotta → squash → repeat until full. Finish with ricotta + vegan mozzarella.

5. Bake: Cover and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes, then uncover for 10 more until bubbly.

6. Finish: Garnish with crispy sage and let cool slightly before serving.

✨ Nutritional Benefits

🥣 Butternut Squash: Rich in vitamin A and antioxidants to support immune + skin health.
🌱 Tofu: Excellent source of plant protein, iron, and calcium.
🍅 Tomatoes: Provide lycopene, a powerful antioxidant for heart health.
🌿 Sage: Calming and anti-inflammatory — perfect for colder months.
💛 Palmini: Naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and made from hearts of palm — a light alternative to pasta.

🌿 Notes

This lasagna keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days, and the flavors actually deepen overnight. Serve with a simple arugula salad and a drizzle of olive oil for the perfect balanced meal.

Proof that comfort food and wellness can totally coexist.

✨ Use code KELLYSGREENKITCHEN20 for 20% off Palmini and try it yourself!