• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • About
  • Recipes
  • FREE EBOOK
  • Shop
  • Log In

Create Mindfully

menu icon
go to homepage
  • About
  • Recipes
  • FREE EBOOK
  • Shop
  • Log In
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • About
    • Recipes
    • FREE EBOOK
    • Shop
    • Log In
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes and Small Dishes

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Willow Moon in front of bushes.
    Updated: Jun 23, 2026 · Published: Jun 23, 2026 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
    Jump to Recipe Pin
    ♡ Add as a Google Trusted Source

    This rich and comforting Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna is perfect for those days when you don't want to turn on your oven. Made with no-boil lasagna noodles, it is super easy to make.

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna on a plate with fork.

    💌 SAVE THIS

    I'll email this post to you, so you can come back to it later!

    This Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna is a great way to have lasagna without heating up your home in the process.

    It's super rich and hearty, just like you'd expect from a lasagna recipe, but made with all vegan ingredients.

    It's made with no-boil noodles, so there's less prep work. The homemade tofu ricotta I used is one of my most popular recipes and readers have said their meat-eating friends had no idea it was vegan!

    Other vegan lasagna recipes to try are my Vegan Mushroom Lasagna and my Vegan Spinach Lasagna recipe. Another lasagna recipe where you don't have to turn your oven on is my Vegan Lentil Skillet Lasagna.

    Jump to:
    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Lasagna Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is a rich, comforting flavorful meal.
    • Made with no-boil noodles, it's simple and easy to make.
    • You won't be heating your house up, so it's perfect for hotter months.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Olive oil: For cooking the onion and garlic.
    • Onion: Adds a sweet pungent flavor. I used a yellow onion.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Tofu ricotta: Adds a creamy texture and cheesy taste.
    • Salt and pepper: Enhances flavors and add flavor.
    • No-boil lasagna noodles: I used no-boil gluten-free lasagna noodles because it makes things a lot easier. If you aren't gluten intolerant, use your favorite oven-ready lasagna noodles.
    • Nutritional yeast (optional): Adds a cheesy flavor.
    • Vegan mozzarella: Adds a cheesy flavor. I used Daiya shreds because they melt well. Use your favorite.
    • Crushed tomatoes: I used crushed tomatoes because I needed to use them up. You could use extra marinara sauce instead.
    • Marinara sauce: You could also use pizza sauce or spaghetti sauce.
    • Vegan ground beef: Add a hearty flavor and texture. I used Gardein vegan beef crumbles, but you could use your favorite.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    5 Secrets to Vegan Cooking

    Spicy Tofu Bánh Mì on a cutting board.

    Free 5 Part Email Series to Elevate Your Vegan Cooking

    We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.

    🔪 Instructions

    Collage photo of chopped onions in a pan, then garlic added, then diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, and vegan beef crumbles added. Last, sauce added to a slow cooker with no-boil noodles.

    Step 1: Pour 1 cup marinara sauce into slow cooker. Set aside. Add olive oil to a pan. Heat on medium. Add chopped onions. Cook until translucent.

    Step 2: Add minced garlic. Cook 30 seconds longer.

    Step 3: Add the rest of the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, vegan ground beef, and salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, stirring to cook through.

    Step 4: Place 2 lasagna noodles in the slow cooker. I used one whole noodle in the middle and broke the other to fit on the sides.

    Collage photo of vegan cheese added to slow cooker, then sauce, then noodles, then more vegan cheese.

    Step 5: Spread ⅓ of the tofu ricotta on top of the noodles. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.

    Step 6: Pour tomato sauce mixture on top and spread evenly.

    Step 7: Place 2 lasagna noodles on top.

    Step 8: Spread ⅓ of the tofu ricotta on top of the noodles. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.

    Collage photo of sauce added to the slow cooker, then noodles, then vegan cheese, and lastly sauce.

    Step 9: Pour tomato sauce mixture on top and spread evenly.

    Step 10: Place 2 lasagna noodles on top.

    Step 11: Spread the rest of the tofu ricotta on top of the noodles. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.

    Step 12: Pour the rest of the tomato sauce mixture on top and spread evenly. Cook on high for 1 ½ hours.

    Collage photo of vegan cheese added to the slow cooker, then cooked.

    Step 13: Sprinkle the rest of the shredded vegan mozzarella on top.

    Step 14: Cook on high for 30 minutes. Let rest 15-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna on a plate with fork.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Does serve slow cooker lasagna need to rest?

    Yes, letting it rest allows the pasta to firm up.

    Can I freeze leftover slow cooker lasagna?

    Yes, to freeze individual portions, slice and wrap in plastic wrap, and place in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Other Vegan Lasagna Recipes

    • Vegan Eggplant Lasagna on a plate with baking dish in the background.
      Vegan Eggplant Lasagna
    • Vegan Lentil Skillet Lasagna in a large skillet.
      Vegan Lentil Skillet Lasagna
    • Vegan Mushroom Lasagna on a plate.
      Vegan Mushroom Lasagna
    • Vegan Spinach Lasagna on a plate.
      Best Vegan Spinach Lasagna

    If you tried this Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna on a plate with fork.
    Pin Print
    No ratings yet

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna

    This rich and comforting Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna is perfect for those days when you don't want to turn on your oven. Made with no-boil lasagna noodles, it is super easy to make.
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 9
    Calories 243kcal
    Author Willow Moon
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Equipment

    • Slow cooker

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup chopped onion
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
    • 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
    • 6 gluten free no-boil lasagna noodles
    • 1 batch tofu ricotta
    • 7.1 ounces shredded vegan mozzarella
    • Salt and pepper
    • 13.7 ounces vegan ground beef
    • Nutritional yeast (optional)

    Instructions

    • Pour 1 cup marinara sauce into slow cooker. Set aside.
    • Add olive oil to a pan. Heat on medium. Add chopped onions. Cook until translucent.
    • Add minced garlic. Cook 30 seconds.
    • Add the rest of the marinara sauce, crushed tomatoes, vegan beef crumbles, and salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, stirring to cook through.
    • Place lasagna 2 noodles on top of marinara sauce. I placed one in the middle and broke the other in half to fit on the sides.
    • Spread ⅓ of the tofu ricotta mixture on top of the noodles. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.
    • Pour about 1 ½ cups of tomato sauce mixture on top of vegan cheese layer. Spread out evenly.
    • Place 2 lasagna noodles on top of tomato sauce layer.
    • Spread ⅓ tofu ricotta mixture on top. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.
    • Pour about 1 ½ cups of tomato sauce mixture on top of vegan cheese layer. Spread out evenly.
    • Place 2 lasagna noodles on top.
    • Spread the rest of the tofu ricotta mixture on top. Sprinkle nutritional yeast and about ½ cup shredded vegan mozzarella on top.
    • Pour the rest of the tomato sauce mixture on top of vegan cheese layer. Spread out evenly. Cook on high for 1 ½ hours.
    • Sprinkle the rest of the shredded vegan mozzarella on top. Cook on high for 30 minutes. Let rest 15-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    I used a 4 quart slow cooker for this recipe.
    This recipe will last about 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge. To freeze individual portions, slice and wrap in plastic wrap, and place in a freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
    Sign up to get recipes and FREE Best Vegan Dinners 4 Week Meal Plan!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 427mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 6mg

    💌 SAVE THIS

    I'll email this post to you, so you can come back to it later!

    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

    More Main Dishes

    • Panko Tofu on a plate with sauce.
      Panko Tofu
    • Tofu Alfredo in a bowl with spoon.
      Tofu Alfredo
    • Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Sandwich on a plate with basil.
      Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Sandwich
    • Vegan Teriyaki Reuben on a plate.
      Vegan Teriyaki Reuben

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Willow Moon with green shirt and tie dye scarf.

    Namaste, I'm Willow!

    I've been vegan for 26 years and
    gluten-free for 14 years. I share easy and delicious vegan gluten-free recipes the whole family will love! Read more →

    Summer

    • Sriracha Coleslaw
      Sriracha Coleslaw
    • Vegan Sweet Potato Salad in a bowl.
      Vegan Sweet Potato Salad
    • Turmeric Ice Cream
      Turmeric Ice Cream
    • Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bites
      Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bites (Vegan)

    Popular Recipes

    • Vegetable fritter bring dipped into vegan chipotle ranch dressing.
      The Most Amazing Vegetable Fritters
    • 3 Ingredient Vegan Fudge on a cutting board.
      Melt-in-Your-Mouth 3 Ingredient Vegan Fudge
    • Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
      Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Homemade Payday Bars on parchment paper.
      Homemade Payday Bars
    • Tofu Stuffed Peppers on a plate.
      Tofu Stuffed Peppers
    • Tofu Ricotta close up with crackers.
      The Most Amazing Tofu Ricotta

    Footer

    ^ back to top

    About

    • About Me
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Disclosure Policy
    • Accessibility Statement

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up for my newsletter and get a FREE 30 Minute Vegan Dinners 7 Day Meal Plan as a welcome gift!

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Tip Jar

    Featured In:

    A list of magazines that Create Mindfully has been featured in like Good Housekeeping, Dr. Axe, Peta, and more.

    Copyright © 2014 - 2025
    Create Mindfully - All Rights Reserved.

    Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Willow Moon and Create Mindfully with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. All photos and artwork are property of Willow Moon and Create Mindfully. Do not duplicate or copy without proper consent.

    Vegan Slow Cooker Lasagna photo with text.

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    Let us know what you thought of this recipe:

    My family loved this!
    Thank you for sharing this recipe, I loved it!
    This worked exactly as written, thanks!

    Or write in your own words:

    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required