Vegan Green Bean Casserole Thanksgiving Recipe
Ah, the vegan green bean casserole—a dish that pretends to be just as comforting as the traditional one but with less guilt. It’s the kind of recipe you make when you want to “feel better” about loading your plate with something that’s technically green (even if it’s smothered in vegan cream and crispy onions). Who knew green beans could be so decadent without any dairy? This is your go-to dish for impressing your vegan guests and making everyone else wonder why they didn’t think to add coconut cream sooner. Don’t worry, we won’t judge you for loving it.
Vegan Green Bean Casserole Thanksgiving Recipe
A creamy, vegan-friendly casserole featuring green beans, coconut cream, and crispy fried onions—perfect for your guilt-free Thanksgiving feast.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen green beans
- 1 can 10.5 oz coconut cream
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup fried onions for topping
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together coconut cream, almond milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beans: Stir in the green beans, coating them evenly with the sauce.
- Assemble: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top with onions: Sprinkle fried onions on top for that crispy, golden finish.
- Bake: Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your tongue on the creamy goodness.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin K: 25%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For extra flavor, add some nutritional yeast for a cheesy kick.
- Make it ahead and pop it in the oven right before dinner to save time.
- You can swap coconut cream with any plant-based cream for a slightly different taste.
- Don’t skip the crispy onions—they’re the real MVP of this dish!
- If you don’t have fried onions, crispy breadcrumbs work just as well for crunch.
