Vegetarian Classic Tater Tot Casserole

Comfort food reaches new heights with this Vegetarian Classic Tater Tot Casserole—a hearty, family-friendly dish packed with vibrant vegetables and rich, savory flavors. Featuring a golden layer of crispy tater tots atop a creamy blend of sautéed onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and frozen mixed veggies, this casserole is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Seasoned with dried thyme and a touch of garlic, the filling is bound together by a luscious mix of cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, then topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate crowd-pleasing finish. Ready in just over an hour, this meatless twist on a beloved classic is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving a cozy vegetarian dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 32 oz tater tots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 1 medium, diced bell pepper
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables
• 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until they start to soften, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms are tender and release their moisture, about 5 more minutes.

Step 5

Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook until they are thawed, around 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and heated through.

Step 7

Pour the vegetable mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the vegetable mixture.

Step 9

Arrange the tater tots in an even layer on top of the cheese.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the tater tots are golden and crispy.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 12

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Vegetarian Classic Tater Tot Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2543.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4345.5

Total Fat 300.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.3g
Cholesterol 369.0mg	0%
Sodium 9013.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 347.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.5g	0%
Total Sugars 56.6g
Protein 106.1g	0%

Vitamin D 99.2IU	0%
Calcium 2500.2mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 4881.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 30.8%