Creamy and cheesy vegan scalloped potatoes made with plant-based ingredients—perfect for a comforting, dairy-free side dish
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 45 minutes
Serves: 4–6
🧺 Ingredients
For the Potatoes
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
For the Sauce
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk (soy or almond works best)
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)
- 2 tbsp vegan butter or olive oil
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Topping
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs or crushed nuts
- Fresh parsley, chopped
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with vegan butter or oil.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt vegan butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly add plant milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Stir in nutritional yeast, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until slightly thickened.
3️⃣ Layer the Potatoes
- Arrange a layer of sliced potatoes at the bottom of the dish.
- Top with a few onion slices and pour a portion of the sauce over them.
- Repeat layers until all potatoes, onions, and sauce are used.
4️⃣ Bake
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle breadcrumbs or crushed nuts if using, and bake for another 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let it cool slightly, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor.
- For a richer sauce, use coconut cream instead of plant milk.
- Make it gluten-free by using GF flour and breadcrumbs.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
Firstly, this dish is completely dairy-free, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Secondly, using plant-based milk and nutritional yeast provides essential vitamins, minerals, and protein, which help support overall health.
Moreover, potatoes are a great source of complex carbohydrates and fiber, aiding digestion and keeping you energized longer.
In addition, preparing this dish at home allows you to control salt and fat content, making it a healthier alternative to traditional scalloped potatoes.
Furthermore, because it is made with wholesome ingredients, it is lighter on the stomach and easier to digest than heavy, cream-based versions.
As a result, it can be enjoyed guilt-free as a comforting side dish for family dinners, gatherings, or special occasions.
Finally, this versatile recipe allows for customization—adding vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or herbs enhances both nutrition and flavor.
