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
Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a casserole dish.Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix cooked grains, vegetables, protein, seasonings, vegan cheese, and plant milk.Assemble the Casserole
Pour the mixture into the dish and smooth it out. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and extra cheese on top.Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. For a crispier topping, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.Rest & Serve
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a fresh salad or crusty bread.
Notes
- Add breadcrumbs only during the last 10 minutes to avoid burning.
- Roast veggies beforehand for added flavor.
- 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