2cupscashews(225 g) raw, soaked for at least 30 minutes in filtered water
3eggsor 3 tablespoons ground flax seed
1tablespoonItalian seasoningsalt-free
6ouncesspinachraw, organic
3springsoregano leaves (fresh)optional
3stemsbasil leavesoptional
9ounceslasagna noodles (gluten-free)gluten-free or regular
4cupsmarinara saucelow-sodium, see links above for 2 sauce options
8ouncesmozzarella cheeselow-moisture, part skim or your favorite plant-based version
Instructions
Prep
Spray or oil your 9 X 13 baking dish, and preheat oven to 350F/180C/gas mark 4.
Drain the soaked cashews, then blend with eggs (or egg substitute), Italian seasoning, and 1 cup (250ml) filtered water until smooth. Set aside.
Pulse the spinach leaves with the oregano and basil (if using) until finely chopped.
Assembly
Spread about 1/2 cup sauce evenly across the bottom of the pan. Layer one-third of the uncooked noodles on top. Add half the chopped spinach evenly. Pour over about one-third of the cashew mixture, a light sprinkling of mozzarella, then another 1/2 cup of sauce.
Repeat for the remaining layers. Make sure every noodle is completely covered.
Spray the shiny side of a piece of aluminum foil then place sprayed-side-down over the pan, covering tightly.
Bake for 45 minutes, then remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until browned and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let sit at least 15 minutes before cutting.