Description
A warm, savory, and satisfying plant-based breakfast that’s packed with protein, veggies, and feel-good flavor. This vegan breakfast casserole is the perfect make-ahead dish for brunches, busy mornings, or cozy weekend meals. It’s customizable, freezer-friendly, and made with simple ingredients like tofu, potatoes, and colorful vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just feeding your family, this dish delivers the comfort and flavor you crave—without eggs or dairy.
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, drained
- ¾ cup unsweetened plant milk (soy, almond, or oat)
- ⅓ cup chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black salt (optional, for eggy flavor)
- 1 cup shredded potato or hash browns (thawed if frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, choppe
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup thawed, drained frozen)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ½ cup vegan shredded cheese
- Garnish: chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Sauté onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms in olive oil until soft. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine tofu, plant milk, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, black salt, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed veggies, shredded potato, and tofu mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish. Top with vegan cheese if using.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and firm.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish and serve warm.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate overnight and reheat.
- Kala namak adds eggy flavor—don’t skip if you want an egg-like taste.
- Use different veggies like zucchini, broccoli, or corn to change it up.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American