Meal Prep Lasagna Soup That's Just $1 Per Serving

Ingredients

• 1 Onion (medium, chopped)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cups Red Lentils (rinsed)
• 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
• 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt (kosher)
• 2 leaves Bay Leaves
• 4 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast (fortified)
• 1 jar Marinara Sauce (about 24 oz, any brand)
• 6 cups Hot Water (boiled)
• 6 noodles Whole Wheat Lasagna Noodles (broken into 2‑3 inch pieces, about 130 g)
• to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons Vegan Parmesan Cheese (grated with microplane)
• a handful Fresh Basil (chopped)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables

   Chop the medium onion and mince the four garlic cloves. Set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Rinse Lentils

   Place 1½ cups red lentils in a fine mesh sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear.

   Time: PT3M

3. Break Noodles

   Break the six lasagna noodles into roughly 2‑3 inch pieces (about 130 g total).

   Time: PT2M

4. Sauté Aromatics

   Turn the Instant Pot to the Sauté function on medium heat. Add a splash of hot water, wait for steam, then add the chopped onion and garlic. Stir and sauté for 2‑3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Add Seasonings & Liquids

   Stir in 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning, 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, 2 bay leaves, 4 Tbsp nutritional yeast, the jar of marinara sauce, 6 cups hot water, and the rinsed red lentils.

   Time: PT2M

6. Add Noodles

   Drop the broken lasagna noodle pieces into the pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the liquid.

   Time: PT1M

7. Pressure Cook

   Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and select Manual (High Pressure) for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

8. Natural Release

   Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

9. Quick Release

   After the 5‑minute natural release, carefully perform a quick release to vent any remaining pressure.

   Time: PT5M

10. Finish & Serve

    Stir in freshly ground black pepper, 2 Tbsp grated vegan Parmesan, and chopped fresh basil. Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

330

Protein

24 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

10 g