HIGH PROTEIN VEGAN LASAGNA | EASY & AMAZING! 👩🏻‍🍳👨🏼‍🍳

Crystal has been making me this lasagna lately and I just had to get her on here to share it with everyone because it's so tasty and really easy to make too!
It will make lots so you will have leftovers and I find it even better the second day.
Let us know what you thought in the comments down below. Would you enjoy something like this?
↓↓↓ Recipe ↓↓↓
Sauce ingredients:
1/2 red onion, chopped
2-3 cups mushrooms, roughly chopped (approx 8 large mushrooms)
2-3 cups zucchini, chopped (1 medium size zucchini)
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large handful of kale, chopped
1 860 ml (approx) jar of vegan marinara sauce
1 can crushed or diced tomatoes
Easy tofu 'ricotta'
1 block firm tofu
1.5 tbsp italian seasoning (or fresh herbs of your choosing!)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
salt (optional)
Lasagna sheets of your choosing. PLEASE read the box - you may need to pre cook your noodles or they may be oven ready. We used lentil pasta lasagna sheets that were oven ready - we fit 4 lasagna sheets in each layer (12 sheets total)
Directions:
1. preheat oven to 375 F and make sure you have a 9x13" baking dish handy!
2. add chopped onion and mushrooms to a large sauté pain, sauté until soft
3. add the chopped bell pepper and zucchini, let veggies sauté for approx 5-7 mins.
4. add the kale and marinara sauce and diced tomatoes. saute for a few more minutes until sauce is evenly heated. Remove from heat.
5. crumble tofu into medium size bowl.
6. add Italian seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder and nutritional yeast and mix together well.
7. grab your lasagna sheets - if you need to cook them, follow instructions on the box.
8. Now it is time to layer! Start by adding sauce to the baking dish, then add a layer of noodles. Crumble tofu ricotta on top and generously cover with sauce. Repeat steps until you have used everything (should be three layers). When you come to the last noodle layer, cover with remaining tofu and sauce and place vegan cheese on top - we put a good sprinkle of nutritional yeast on top!
bake at 375 F for approx. 45 mins! Serve hot or cool! This is a great dish to prepare for meals during the week as the leftovers keep well and are yummy!
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[@619alexmaestro]

You guys obviously fall asleep smiling.

[@mikeskylark1594]

THAT

[@maryrico9374]

I love the relation you guys have been happy and laughing 🤣

[@5ystemError]

lol I definitely can't relate but I do love their smiles

[@faviolaservin708]

Or Laughing lol. They are such a cute couple

[@growingwiththewades8093]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@brestaton2299]

Hi Derek and Crystal! I don't comment much but I have to let you guys know: my 11 y/o brother despises me for being vegan, because I cook vegan meals all the time and he just hates vegetables, and most of my dinners contain plenty of veggies. WELLLLLL I made this lasagna for dinner tonight. And he LOVED it! Not only did he come back for SECONDS but he also was scraping up the stray veggies out of the pan to make sure he got it all. This made me so happy because we finally found a vegan dish that he actually enjoys and won't complain about! Thank you guys SOO MUCH

[@sherylschaufelberger7386]

„What can we do in 45 min“ and then the laugh😂😂 maaaan crystal you‘re the best😍🙌🏼

[@rahularajan]

Why I come back you guys is to have some fun, laugh and at the end a very simple no frills, 'anyone can do' vegan dish. I don't know what to say, unlike many KZbinrs you just talk and present like you are talking to friends, no studio set up, not a lot of editing or anything. That makes the channel perfect. All the best guys, will definitely try the dish :)

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks so much, that means a lot to us :)

[@clairedubery1056]

I agree

[@nuvia_yesenia_writes]

Crystal's laugh is sooo contagious 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣...

[@joez3706]

I found it irritating. 🤔

[@CastledarkDweller27]

...and shes very generous with it too. like at times when hes being slightly annoying, and a normal response would be to roll eyes or grrr at him, she just laughs. i admire that, and im gonna really try to do it myself.

[@joez3706]

@@CastledarkDweller27 She is the annoying one, not him.

[@sabrinalynn333]

I have literally, never commented on anyone’s KZbin video. This was fun to watch. I laughed a lot. You two are very cute together. I like Crystal - neat girl. 😊

[@jeanneamato8278]

You guys slay me. You are perfect together, fun and respectful. Definitely making this. Loved your idea of ‘medium’ zucchini.

[@Simnettnutrition]

haha, thank you so much. I think it was a good size zucchini :P

[@jodif8124]

I have made this 3 times already! My son is vegetarian and I am vegan and we are big fans of this recipe!! Even my daughter who is not vegetarian likes it. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@kelleykunkel5778]

OMG you two had me smiling through this whole video! Your laughing was contagious! I am definitely going to make this lasagna! Thank you for sharing!😃

[@fruitplantfairynpups]

Chrystal’s positive spirit, and personality is so engaging, sweet, and super fun! Loved this video!! More please🥰💗💕🦋

[@gainsbygrains3351]

Crystal is smashing the cooking game, I always enjoy your cooking videos they are so awesome!!✌🏼

[@Simnettnutrition]

She sure is :) Thanks so much for watching!

[@robynnielsen4299]

I made this for a potluck at work today. Everyone loved it. NO ONE else there is vegan, but they sure didn’t complain. Thanks for sharing Crystal!

[@margarett_b]

Crystal looks SO beautiful! Girl, you're glowing!

[@Simnettnutrition]

She says thank you! :)

[@plantbasedguy]

Crystal looks so pretty!

[@toolica2]

Jeeeeeez, Crystal looks like a freaking Hollywood star!

[@Simnettnutrition]

What about me! lol

[@toolica2]

@@Simnettnutrition Looking bomb as well :D

[@blackswan5034]

She looks like the lady from evanescence

[@saratonnan]

Made this yesterday. Very good!!!! I give it 4 out of 4 smiling chefs. 👨‍🍳👨‍🍳👨‍🍳👨‍🍳

[@antonioperez7528]

What's up family. Beautiful Crystal & the man super human Derek. So funny & love you guys. So good ✌🏾😄🤙🏾💚

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FYI.......I watch your videos with my morning coffee and chuckle through the whole time. ❤️❤️

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Didn’t think Simnett Nutrition videos could get better. Thank you guys!

[@phok3401]

You guys are seriously adorable. This is my favorite vegan channel!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you!

[@mikeskylark1594]

4:40 I LOVE your guys connection! Super warm vibes! #CouplesParadise

[@katiehallie]

30 seconds in and I'm already pumped because it's a video of Derek AND Crystal! You guys are adorable, hilarious and so fun to watch together! Thanks for the video and brightening KZbin with your bubbly selves! 😀

[@f.d9791]

The chemistry between the two of you and that amount of spontaneous chaos you have is so priceless. Absolutely loved every second. Also can't wait to try out the Lasagna :)

[@adiohead]

16:12 _"Look at the little bird with the little orange head!"_ 🐦🧡

[@CastledarkDweller27]

i have never wanted to see a birdy more, than i wanted to see that ones little orange head.

[@randylosesit6656]

If Garfield went vegan i'm sure this is the lasagna he would eat

[@Simnettnutrition]

We hope so haha

[@debraridenersrb5376]

It is fun to see how you tease around together. Keep up the good work!

[@jonahlevi3178]

HAHAHAHA!!!!! AHAHAHAHAHAH AHH HAA HA

[@CastledarkDweller27]

reckon he'd scoff it regardless, vegan or not!

[@mikeskylark1594]

You mean Alex Gharfeh? (it's a vegan KZbinr btw) ;)

[@robertturner1308]

Nice dish! Watching you two interact with one another is entertaining.

[@keithsam4709]

What a great inspirational couple, love watching your channel, I love how real your channel is

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks Keith, we appreciate it!

[@keithsam4709]

Your story for beginning vegan was so amazing and inspiring, am slowly transitioning, keep up the great work

[@leifjohnson2081]

I love how you guys say Pasta. Thank you guys you make things sooooo much tastier

[@injunsun]

So similar to what I've done for years, with variations on this theme. I've recently been using lawn "weeds" in things, such as English plantain and confederate violet leaves, sometimes young dandelion leaves and flowers. Side note: I'm also about to pick the mulberries all around my yard, to make jam, and perhaps wine. I used to cook with my late husband like you two do. I miss that, and him. You guys just make me relax and forget the world for a bit. Thanks.

[@christiancampbell8252]

You're the only KZbinrs that I don't skip the ads for. You guys inspire me and bring joy into my life. Keep crushing it!

[@CK-nf4ui]

Holy heck. Made this last night and it's so freaking good! Crystal is so beautiful. I'm sure recipe/cooking videos aren't always easy to film. Thanks so much though for them because you both always keep me inspired and motivated to eat less processed food! Can't wait for your next recipe book!

[@aartigokal6959]

Best Vegan Couple Award goes to you guys .. great sense of humor & easy to follow recipes !

[@jenniferlemus4327]

yesssssssssss I've had that same box of lasagna sheets forever. Looks like I'm finally gonna use it!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Enjoy! They cook up really well - just make sure you cover them with sauce - no bare spots haha :)

[@chrismenne1706]

More recipe videos with Crystal! I had so much fun watching this after a hard night shift, still being a bit beat up! Thanks Derek

[@heatherw8122]

I love lentil pasta! Haven’t seen the lasagna sheets but I am now on the hunt! This looks so good.

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You guys cooking together is so pure! 😀

[@mariomovies9260]

Didn't know what to cook for dinner tonight, and Derek came to the rescue!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Enjoy!

[@marceali5381]

Hey Derek!! Yummy:. Love you both .. thank you so much for amazing video 🙏🏻🍀🙃🌿☘️🌈💚🍀🙏🏻

[@therashear-tungol426]

Amazing looking recipe! Thanks for sharing! You two are super adorable cooking together! Can't wait to try this one.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank so much, enjoy!

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

I’m making lasagna right now 😄 it’s lovely to have your company. We don’t have any tofu in so I’m making cashew ricotta. I’ve made it before and it’s delicious you basically soak your cashews then blend with a bit of water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice and herbs. So good 😋 I’m also gonna add some spinach. Also so pleased Crystal will be in more videos 🥳

[@amparocoles9371]

Great! how much cashews do you use?

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

@@amparocoles9371 I used 1 cup of cashews. I've tired the tofu version now too and loved it! 😁

[@amparocoles9371]

@@EmmaCarpenterIllustration thank you so much 🥰

[@Dawn-sx1xc]

Oh my goodness that looks amazingly good. I can't wait to try it. You two are so fun to watch and you compliment each other so well.

[@HarperHealthAZ]

Totally agree its fun to get creative and try cooking different foods.

[@heidiminett8868]

Add a little lemon juice to the tofu ricotta and bam! Game changer! 😁 This is so similar to my recipe. I top with a "cheeze" made with almonds, water, nooch, lemon juice, garlic pwd, onion pwd, fresh basil, and a bit of miso.....yum! My hubby also thought your zucchini should be classified as "minuscule"....😜😂.... This was a great episode. Have not made lasagna in a while...... consider me inspired! 😁🇮🇹

[@suicune2001]

I tried adding the lemon and it was a good call!

[@Sunshineforyou94]

Me too. Gotta find some lentil lasagne sheets though

[@cindyvan635]

Yeah, I love this, I used to make my Lasagna this way....then I built up a intolerance to tofu 🙄oh well☺

[@p.phelps8151]

Crystal is pretty and sweet I love her laugh!

[@laurieindelicato9209]

Can’t wait to make this today. You two are so cute together

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it is so heart warming to watch you guys, i caught myself smiling with you multiple times . making this lasagna !

[@millabasset1710]

I just purchased your book too, your green bowl smoothies gave me a ton of energy in the morning. This also looks like an easy meal prep and good post workout meal.

[@Simnettnutrition]

This is super easy, a great meal for prepping and post workout for sure!

[@mypescatarianlifejourney7617]

I am going to make this lasagna, yesterday I made tacos with tofu filling , chick peas, saute red onion, tomatoes, chopped lettuce, homemade salsa and air fry sweet potatoes, and it was 😋. I will make this recipe next week. I already have most of the ingredients except for the lentils sheets, and tofu.

[@YasminA-cr7lk]

This is a video on how Crystal and Derek are perfect for each other, and also about a high protein vegan lasagna.

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I don't usually leave comments, but you guyz are just so so cute! Such an adorable couple and it shows how compatible you guyz are, your energy together goes so well. So much positive energy that goes back and forth with you guyz. So endearing to watch you to together.

[@maremacd]

I love when you cook together. Crystal looks gorgeous, and the recipe looks fantastic! I didn’t know about the lentil sheets. I’m definitely looking for them next time I’m at the store.

[@achatmaster95]

Ive been non-stop smiling throughout the video, i love you guys so much!

[@rooftv8834]

You are really great together. love to see more videos with you both. and a little request - Can you please give some Ideas about combine grapefruit in smoothies? thanks

[@SheWhoWoodworks]

This was an excellent lasagna!!! The tofu ricotta was just like the real stuff and I even found the exact same green lentil sheets! Thank you so much for this recipe. It was bomb!

[@sebastiaanjongenelen4370]

Hi Derek, still waiting for that VEGAN BBQ 🤗 Summer's coming 😎 Ps you guys are really fun to watch together! One Big Smile throughout the whole video!

[@Simnettnutrition]

I guess I have to buy a BBQ now haha!

[@sebastiaanjongenelen4370]

@@Simnettnutrition haha, would be awesome! Bu you'd still be my favourite Vegan YT'ber if you didn't :)

[@jentrees333]

Me too!!!

[@gardenstar6805]

you two are always so happy and healthy but this video was SO radiant!! you two look amazzzing and seem soooooo happy this day. sending you love!

[@anthonyjude5830]

Yessssss guys I saw it on your IG Derek I’ve been waiting for this video cause been craving a good vegan lasagna!!!!! Awesome 👏🏽

[@simonewright1120]

Love ur recipe...second time making it. I'm a travel nurse and I meal prepared this for my week. Sooooo good...thks y'all 🙂🙂🙂

[@plantbasedguy]

Derek always looks like he’s gonna attack the food when it’s mid ready lol

[@joeknight8479]

Thanks for putting the time in the video and to write out the recipe.

[@mofmanp8874]

I'm good at eating need to learn to make this

[@brendaross9333]

You two are so smitten with each other. Adorable. Recipe looks great.

[@arianna3912]

love you guys

[@MISSYMINX261]

Thank you for the tips!! I think the silken tofu would be amazing!!

[@SG-nu9on]

Just made this last night! Such a hit and the left overs today were even better!! Thanks for the video! (And the laughs! 😂)

[@Juice84]

If you are vegan, thank you for caring and thank you for doing the right thing. More and more vegan athletes are popping up and it's becoming the new Norm to ditch eating animals for protein. Very exciting time.

[@nuvia_yesenia_writes]

Yes.. this is awesome.. save animals.. eat plants

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yes, people eat animals for protein...and all the other 15+ nutrients you can't get from just eating plants.

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Its natural for humans to eat meat we are omnivores

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Farrah Haze name them then.

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@@johnwicksdog3371 define natural and check our anatomy and compare it to different animals

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Keep doing what you guys are doing! So much fun to watch you guys enjoying your self’s. Thx 🙏🏻

[@haavardhun]

Looks delish👍🏻 stay safe, greetings from Norway 🇳🇴 keep up the good work😊 love to se more car and mtb videos from time to time🚵🏼‍♂️

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you so much :)

[@ahmedcarter40]

Just found this channel as a newly converted vegan. Love it - you guys are so cute!

[@jacksonblack2776]

Would’ve been hilarious if after Crystal said “What can we do in 45 minutes?” The camera cut and you both came back with messy hair. Lmao!!! Great video guys! Definitely gonna try this recipe. Looks delicious.

[@meganpark4179]

OMG 😆😂

[@loveplantbasehealthbeauty8158]

Thank you 😊 for the recipe Crystal and Derek you to are so funny love y’all

[@johncrwarner]

The "Derek" moment is so brilliant dropping his forkful of lasagna while trying to show it to the camera - comedy gold.

[@rachellamming4989]

You two are the cutest in the kitchen together

[@margarett_b]

My gosh, I want these lentil lasagne sheets! I only can get my hands on fusilli and sometimes it gets boring :D And let's be honest, lasagne is life!

[@CalvinBrockingtonArtistry]

This looks great and easy! The magic of this video is obviously your chemistry together! Fantastic for the new or busy vegan !

[@JDMcFarren]

Derek, you're so sensitive. lol Crystal's awesome and this looks so good.

[@kylekosalka713]

Trying to implement more Vegan food into my life. Just made this. 10/10!

[@danieldias859]

Derek does more jokes when around Crystal, funny video 😂😂

[@linzertube]

You guys are so funny! And, it must be nice to have two great cooks in the house! Thanks for the lasagna inspiration!🤩👍🌸

[@skyfish22]

“Yes your cutting style makes sense”

[@MixkKazushi]

It's just a joy watching you two together. I've been craving lasagna, this looks amazing!

[@danielanereu3799]

Love Crystal smile:) You are great together:) I also love love love tofu:)

[@judydayes1265]

Cool you have the garden hoops! Chrystal is a great addition, looking forward to more great ideas from you both.

[@amla333]

7:30 - i laughed so hard

[@nmespooks2241]

That zucchini was mighty thick

[@adiohead]

@@nmespooks2241 girth

[@chrystaldawson261]

You two are beyond adorable....and you both look beyond healthful...wow! Can't wait to try this lasagne!!

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I can see the love come out both of you. When is the wedding?

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maybe it already happened :O

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@@Simnettnutrition Did it??? :O

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Bro. Thanks for the invite, the food was Amazing. 👍🏾😉 But seriously are we invited.

[@MrsMMcG]

I like you method of chopping mushrooms Derek-it’s worth trying! Crystal’s lasagne looks awesome! Thanks guys! ♥️🌱♥️

[@Open_Mind_Project]

If only the camera could eat lol, looks delicious!

[@phillipingham]

Love to see how much fun you guys have in the kitchen!!

[@ScareBear1982]

lol I'm the same way when cutting my vegetables and mushrooms

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You two are the best and so funny! 💜

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🙌🏽I see potential!!! 🙌🏽😂🤍🖱🤍

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I am so happy to see Crystal in another video.😊♥️ You guys are such a sweet couple! Love you both! 💕

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You guys are such an inspirational vegan hot couple 😍😍...

[@andrewp3358]

Hoooootttttttt as FCKK

[@veronicasoto8020]

Three layers of pure deliciousness!! Looks very good and filling!

[@pokebarn1]

Is this gluten free too?? Seems like it might be.

[@scrungo7610]

Looks gluten free to me! No wheat products in tofu or lentils.

[@c4nea]

Currently watching this bake in my oven for the second time in as many weeks! We added broccoli this time 😁. My family loves it, including our picky 12 year old!

[@williamarocho1162]

The smallest zuchini in the world

[@elizabethnoakes8333]

I have made this four times now during different family events. Always, always a hit! So fresh and delicious and addicting! So glad you guys posted this! This is going to be our Christmas day dinner this year.😊

[@maryruffin4295]

Looks so moist and the filling are veggies I usually have. You are a natural.

[@carriejones4772]

Made it tonight... had spinach instead of kale. Awesome... and I agree.... need to make it extra saucy