The Lasagna Noodle Swap To Try For A Gluten-Free Pasta Dish (No Boiling Required)

If you've been looking for a way to make lasagna gluten-free, we have the perfect swap for you. Instead of using traditional wheat-based noodles or gluten-free noodles, reach for potatoes. This starchy pantry staple is naturally gluten-freeand probably already in your kitchen. 

All you have to do is slice the potatoes thinly and then layer them in place of the usual noodle sheets to make a hearty lasagna dish. You won't even have to boil or cook the potatoes first. They will cook in the oven and get soft and tender, as noodles do. And the best part is you can do this with almost any lasagna recipe, including our delicious classic lasagna bolognese recipe. 

So, what does potato lasagna taste like? First, note that potatoes are the perfect vessel for flavors. Since they are mild or neutral, they will let your tomato sauce and meat shine in the lasagna. Since you've sliced them thinly, they will also soak up the sauce and flavors and become more flavorful. As for texture, cooked potatoes are melt-in-your-mouth tasty, both soft and tender like noodles. The dish will feel heartier. Think of satisfying cheesy potato gratin, but with thin, tender layers that still hold their shape, along with layers of beef or sausage, or both. 

To keep your potato lasagna dish gluten-free, make sure the other ingredients you're using are also gluten-free. Gluten can be found in some surprising ingredients you may think are naturally gluten-free. So it's always best to check labels and ingredient lists. It's also good to know the difference between gluten-free and gluten-friendly. For example, a jarred sauce may be made with gluten-free ingredients but packaged or processed in a facility that also handles wheat, which can lead to cross-contact or contamination. 

It's best to look for products clearly labeled "gluten-free." Also consider trying our classic gluten-free lasagna recipe this week. Instead of cheese, we make a delicious gluten-free Béchamel sauce to tie everything together. 

Lasagna made with potato is stellar as is, but there are always ways to upgrade a dish. For example, chop up some flavorful gluten-free chorizo and mix that into the sauce. The chorizo will not only add flavor but a bite as well. Or consider going plant-based with this dish. Add color, texture, and fiber with layers of veggies. Think of chopped broccoli, sliced eggplants, julienned carrots, or peas. Vegetables, after all, are naturally gluten-free.