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vegan casserole recipes

Vegan Casserole Recipes: Easy, Nutritious, and Family-Friendly Meals


  • Author: Camila
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

These Vegan Casserole Recipes are your go-to for hearty, healthy, and budget-friendly meals made in one dish! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding a crowd, they combine plant-based proteins, grains, and veggies into delicious, customizable bakes that everyone will love.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked grains or pasta
    Use options like brown rice, quinoa, or gluten-free pasta—whatever you have on hand.

  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
    Think broccoli, spinach, bell peppers, carrots, zucchini—fresh or frozen both work.

  • 1 cup plant-based protein
    Such as tofu, chickpeas, lentils, or tempeh. Pre-cook if needed.

  • 1 cup vegan cheese substitute
    Use shredded plant-based cheese, cashew cream, or nutritional yeast for that cheesy flavor.

  • 1 cup unsweetened plant milk
    Almond, oat, or soy milk works well to create a creamy base.

  • Seasonings to taste
    Garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, pepper—mix and match based on your flavor preference.

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
    Great for topping! Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed, or skip if you want a softer texture.


Instructions

 

 

  1. Preheat & Prep
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.

  2. Combine Ingredients
    In a large bowl, mix cooked grains, vegetables, protein, seasonings, vegan cheese, and plant milk.

  3. Assemble the Casserole
    Pour the mixture into the dish and smooth it out. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and extra cheese on top.

  4. Bake
    Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. For a crispier topping, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

  5. Rest & Serve
    Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a fresh salad or crusty bread.

Notes

  1. Add breadcrumbs only during the last 10 minutes to avoid burning.
  2. Roast veggies beforehand for added flavor.
  3. Use broth instead of plain water to cook grains for more depth.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Cuisine: Plant-Based / American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: ~290
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 13g