Mediterranean Delight: Try this delicious Greek Vegan Moussaka recipe!

Moussaka is a classic Greek dish that is typically made with ground meat, eggplant, and béchamel sauce. Our vegan version of moussaka is just as delicious, but uses mushrooms and lentils instead of meat, and a vegan béchamel sauce. This Mediterranean dish is packed with flavor and is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

Vegan Moussaka Recipe

• 2 large eggplants
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups chopped mushrooms
• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. flour
• 1 cup unsweetened soy milk
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and slice eggplants into thin rounds. Place on a baking sheet and sprinkle salt on both sides. Let it sit for 20 minutes to release excess moisture. After 20 minutes, rinse and pat dry.
3. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and cook until fragrant. Add mushrooms and cook until soft and golden brown. Add cooked lentils and crushed tomatoes. Add oregano and basil. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
4. To make the béchamel sauce, place flour in a small saucepan and slowly whisk in soy milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Add nutritional yeast and mix well.
5. Grease a baking dish and layer the eggplant slices on the bottom. Spoon the lentil and mushroom mixture over the eggplant. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up. Cover the dish with the béchamel sauce.
6. Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown on top.
7. Serve and enjoy your vegan Greek moussaka!

Final Thoughts

This delicious vegan moussaka recipe is a lighter take on the classic Greek dish, but still filled with amazing Mediterranean flavors. Enjoy this dish on cold nights when you crave something hearty and warm. Impress your family with your cooking skills and let them fall in love with this vegan Mediterranean delight!