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Vegan Broccoli Casserole

Cheesy Vegan Broccoli Casserole, just like Mom used to make! This dairy-free twist on a classic side dish bakes fresh broccoli with vegan cheese sauce and a crispy cracker crumb topping.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 326kcal
Author: Nora Taylor

Ingredients

  • 8 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews*
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded vegan cheddar cheese optional but good
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz-style crackers*
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Instructions

  • Prepare Oven - Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Quick Cook Broccoli - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the broccoli and cook for 3 minutes. Drain it well, then add it to a 9x13 inch casserole dish or large oval dish and set aside.
  • Make the Cheese Sauce - Bring 3-4 cups of water to a boil (I use my tea kettle). Pour the hot water over the cashews and let them soak for 5 minutes or up to an hour. Drain the cashews, discard the soaking water and add to a high-powered blender along with the vegetable broth, onion powder, garlic powder, nutritional yeast and salt. Blend until very smooth and creamy.
  • Make Buttery Cracker Topping - Melt the vegan butter in a small bowl for 30 seconds in the microwave. Add the crushed crackers to the butter and stir.
  • Assemble the Casserole - Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli in the casserole dish. Toss to coat the broccoli and spread in an even layer. Add half of the shredded cheese and stir it into the broccoli mixture. Sprinkle the rest of the vegan cheese on top, then the buttery crumbs.
  • Bake - Bake the casserole uncovered in the prepared oven for 30 minutes, until the cheese sauce has thickened and it's golden on top. Serve warm.

Notes

  1. Instead of cashews, you could use pepitas or raw slivered almonds.
  2. Ritz buttery type crackers are best here, but you can use another vegan cracker (gluten free if needed) or panko breadcrumbs. Or leave them off entirely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 8 servings | Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 693mg | Potassium: 517mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 701IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 3mg