Description
These Irresistibly Creamy Scalloped Potatoes are a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. Made with almond milk, nutritional yeast, and tender Yukon gold potatoes, this vegan side dish is creamy, golden, and satisfying — perfect for weeknight dinners, Thanksgiving, or even fiesta parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced (about 200g)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour (30g)
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or plant-based milk (360ml)
- 1 cup vegetable broth (240ml)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced (about 1.1kg)
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add onion and salt; cook until translucent, 5–8 minutes.
- Make sauce: Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in almond milk and broth. Add Dijon, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and pepper. Simmer 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Layer potatoes: Place half the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, pour half the sauce over them, then repeat with remaining potatoes and sauce.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake another 25–35 minutes until golden and tender.
- Rest: Let stand 10–15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
- Slice potatoes thin and even for consistent cooking.
- Nutritional yeast adds cheesy flavor without dairy.
- For a golden color, add a pinch of turmeric to the sauce.
- Yukon gold potatoes hold their shape and provide creamy texture.
- Make ahead: assemble the dish and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegan
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: scalloped potatoes vegan, creamy vegan potatoes, dairy-free scalloped potatoes, Thanksgiving vegan sides, healthy potato casserole