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Awesome casseroles for weight loss
We can use just one word (of course, there are many more) to summarize why these vegetarian casseroles are great for weight loss – and that’s protein. You’ve probably noticed that we sometimes tend to love this nutrient in many of our recipes and compilations. All for a good reason. Eating high protein foods can really tame your hunger and even help you lose weight. Boosting your protein intake can mean reducing appetite, improving metabolism and even changing weight regulating hormones. All these healthy vegetarian casseroles meet the following requirements:
20g+ protein 300-600 calories per serving 5g+ fibre less than 25g overall fat
You can also check out our vegetarian breakfasts or vegan weight loss recipes to see that our weight loss compilations never miss out on good nutrition and take into account the calorie count.
Stress-free weight loss rules
We’ve come across many eye-catching weight loss slogans over the web. Although some of them promise magic you should set a realistic goal straight from the beginning. Don’t fret about every single calorie! But keep up the 1200-1400 (or 1500 if you’re active) calories per day limit for women (and about 1800 calories a day for men). Focus on plant-based protein, fiber and healthy fats to build muscle and stay satiated. One of the main goals of this healthy vegetarian casseroles compilation is to show you that losing weight is actually delicious and pleasant if you develop the right mindset. To discover more benefits of a vegetarian diet for losing weight check out our free 7-day vegetarian weight loss meal plan.
Why do one-pot meals taste so good?
Maybe, it’s all about heartiness. Maybe, it’s about how nourishing these high protein casseroles are. Anyway, recipes like this always feel like a happy family reunion. Assembling weight loss casseroles is no rocket science although the results can be rather impressive as well. One pot, one oven and so many healthy vegetable bakes. So sit back and enjoy the beauty of healthy weight loss casseroles (and once you’re done doing that , enjoy some equally delicious vegetarian lunches for weight loss!)! Bonus: healthy, satisfying and low effort512 calories per serving A dump and bake dish that will please everyone, this bean and pasta vegetarian casserole makes a perfect healthy dinner (check out our other vegetarian pasta bakes if this looks tasty!). Ready in: 1 hour 20 minutes (just 10 min prep)Recipe by: TheLive-InKitchenBonus: crispy and comforting408 calories per serving Italian Quinoa Casserole is a comforting vegetarian casserole that’s full of protein and vegetables (if you like this, check out these vegetarian Italian recipes!)! Crispy quinoa and cheese with tons of healthy, hearty veggies (more veggie quinoa recipes this way!)! Bonus: vibrant, flavourful and healthy330 calories per serving This spinach and chickpea bake is easy, delicious and super healthy- a breakfast your body will thank you for! Ready in: 1 hour 20 minutes (just 20 min prep)Recipe by: EvergreenKitchenBonus: a cosy crowd pleaser571 calories per serving A mouth-watering vegetarian take on Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie). This cozy dish has a saucy layer of vegan ground and veggies, piled high with silky smooth mashed potatoes. Bonus: cheesy and crispy596 calories per serving This cheesy, crispy, oven favourite broccoli cheese casserole is low effort and high reward – complete with cheat tips! Ready in: 1 hour (just 15 min prep)Recipe by: HappyVeggieKitchenBonus: comforting and smoky329 calories per serving This veggie packed lentil bake is pure comfort food with a smoky, Mexican inspired twist! It’s a well rounded, protein filled vegetarian dinner that is completely stress free to prepare (and if that sounds good to you, you will also love these easy vegetarian high protein dinner recipes!). Bonus: nutritious, easy and quick505 calories per serving Melted Feta and Veggie Bake. Easy and quick. 10 minutes prep time, then for 30 minutes in the oven. High in vitamins A, C and B6, protein and fiber. Ready in: 41 minutesRecipe by: PeasandCrayonsBonus: veggie-loaded and cheesy375 calories per serving Cozy up with this delicious Creamy Cauliflower and Brussels Sprout Casserole! It makes a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving and holiday dinners galore (we have more yummy festive side dishes like this on our plant-based Thanksgiving Menu). Bonus: anti hangover, easy and quick416 calories per serving Baked Eggs in Spinach and Tomato. A delicious breakfast to help combat hangovers by replenishing the most important nutrients and amino acids. Easy to make and very tasty. You know you wanna. Ready in: 45 minutesRecipe by: VeganPunksBonus: hearty and minimal effort322 calories per serving This Vegan Sausage Casserole is a hearty, protein-packed meal that really hits the spot. Use your favourite vegan sausages, mix up the beans if you like and enjoy! Ready in: 1 hour 10 minutes (just 10 min prep)Recipe by: VeganPunksBonus: comforting and warming542 calories per serving This vegan beef stew is made like a traditional British beef stew, just using plant-based ingredients. It delivers the same comforting, hearty bowl of comfort food with the same deep flavour. Ready in: 55 minutesRecipe by: PeasAndCrayonsBonus: flavourful and low carb390 calories per serving This Spaghetti Squash Casserole channels all the flavor of our favorite lasagna recipe with a healthy low-carb twist! This gluten-free recipe can be served as a side dish or a main entree for dinner. Enjoy! Ready in: 40 minutesRecipe by: HealthMyLifestyleBonus: filling, lazy and cosy311 calories per serving If you’re the kind of person that likes an easy dump and bake type recipe, this one is for you! This casserole takes hardly any time to prepare—simply mix your ingredients together, dump them into your baking dish, and bake. Ready in: 1 hour 30 minutes (just 30 min prep)Recipe by: MomFoodieBonus: satisfying and filling524 calories per serving This eggplant casserole is made up of multiple stacked layers of baked eggplant Parmesan. The recipe is moist and packed with flavor, but not greasy. Ready in: 1 hourRecipe by: GoHealthyWithBeaBonus: deliciously cheesy and creamy527 calories per serving These cheesy gluten-free scalloped potatoes with bechamel are easy to make and kid-friendly. Bonus: super speedy and low carb315 calories per serving This low-carb pie that’s keto-friendly is incredibly tasty – and the best thing – it takes only five minutes to prep! Seriously! Try it straight away: How do you like these easy vegetarian casseroles for weight loss so far? Share your thoughts in the comments 😊
