Vegetarian Cheesy Meatball Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegetarian Cheesy Meatball Casserole—an irresistible, oven-baked dish that brings together hearty, plant-based meatballs, a rich tomato and spinach sauce, and layers of creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and savory parmesan cheese. Bursting with Italian-inspired flavors from garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs, this casserole offers a satisfying vegetarian twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep and yields plenty of cheesy goodness to serve six. Topped with fresh basil for a bright finish, this casserole is destined to be your go-to for a comforting, meatless meal!
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Ingredients
- 20 pieces cooked vegetarian meatballs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
Sauté the onion and garlic in the skillet until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Add the baby spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetarian meatballs with the tomato and spinach sauce.
Step 7
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the meatball and sauce mixture evenly.
Step 8
Drop spoonfuls of ricotta cheese over the meatball mixture.
Step 9
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Step 10
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Step 11
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Step 12
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3216.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4572.6 |
| Total Fat 244.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 69.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g | |
| Cholesterol 305.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12233.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 282.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 74.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.9g | |
| Protein 295.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 27.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3892.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 39.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6406.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories