21 Vegetarian Casseroles to Fill Up On All Year Long

Imagine hearty and satisfying meals — or sides — cooked to bubbly perfection in the oven. If there’s one thing meat eaters and vegetarians can easily agree on, it’s that casseroles are amazing. By definition, a casserole is simply food prepared in such a dish, which means they can easily be vegan or vegetarian (or filled with meat, if you're into that). They need not be reserved for the dinner table, either. A vegetarian breakfast casserole is never a bad idea. And be honest: Who can resist a recipe that goes easily from oven to table? With the right casserole dish, you can do just that with impressive results! This dairy-free, meatless lasagna is the perfect example. We love how you can feed the whole family straight from the casserole dish — the fact that you can prepare the lasagna a few hours before baking make it even better.

These vegan enchiladas are loaded with flavor and great for the entire family. Made with frozen corn, black beans and canned tomatoes, the filling couldn't be easier. As it simmers, it becomes rich and thickened with just a hint of smoke (thanks to the addition of some chipotle in adobo). We doubled down on the vegan Cheddar, rolling some up with the filling in corn tortillas, and also layering it on top of the casserole so it bakes to ooey-gooey-tangy perfection. A final sprinkle of cilantro, avocado and radishes adds freshness and crunch.

Get a hearty pot pie on the table in under an hour? It’s possible! Use store-bought puff pastry or pie dough to save yourself some time without sacrificing flavor.

Skip cooking a big pot of rice and throw the ingredients into a casserole dish instead for an easy dump-dinner meal. The basmati rice and chickpeas absorb all the delicious flavors of ginger, garlic, curry powder and coconut milk. Finish with a quick drizzle of yogurt along with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges for a simple and complete meal that pulls from Indian pulao.