Best 5 Sunday Vegetarian Strata Recipes

For a satisfying and delicious vegetarian brunch or lunch, look no further than the classic Sunday vegetarian strata. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with layers of bread, vegetables, cheese, and eggs, all baked together until golden brown and bubbly. With endless variations to suit your taste, this versatile recipe is a perfect way to use up leftover ingredients and enjoy a wholesome, satisfying meal.

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VEGETABLE STRATA

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Add mushroom, tomato and broccoli to this cheesy strata for a gorgeous breakfast or dinner.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 9h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Unsalted butter, at room temperature, for the baking dish
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups bite-size broccoli florets
3 cups half-and-half
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
10 large eggs
One 12-ounce loaf rustic Italian bread, preferably stale, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Steps:

Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the broccoli until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes; drain and set aside.
Whisk together the half-and-half, Parmesan, eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
Layer half of the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of the Monterey Jack, followed by the mushrooms, broccoli, scallions and tomatoes. Cover with the remaining bread cubes and pour the egg mixture evenly over the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. (This can also be assembled the day of; just let soak at room temperature 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking.)
On the day of baking, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Let the strata sit at room temperature while the oven preheats. Remove the plastic and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Monterey Jack. Bake until slightly puffed and just no longer jiggly in the center, 40 to 50 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

VEGETARIAN EGG STRATA

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"I used to make this with turkey or chicken sausage, but adapted it for a vegetarian friend, and it was a huge hit. I serve it with fresh breads or bagels and a big mixed salad featuring arugula, apples and walnuts for brunch. It also works well for lunch, served with tomato bisque." -Danna Rogers, Westport, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 medium zucchini, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 cup sliced baby portobello mushrooms
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 loaf (1 pound) day-old French bread, cubed
2 packages (5.3 ounces each) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1-3/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
6 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups fat-free milk
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute zucchini, red pepper, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic, thyme, salt and pepper; saute 1 minute longer., In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half the bread cubes, zucchini mixture, goat cheese and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers., In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk and nutmeg. Pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 667mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SUNDAY BRUNCH STRATA

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Hearty and fresh-tasting, this classic strata makes a wonderful breakfast dish. -Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

8 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 eggs
8 egg whites
2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, milk, spinach, cheeses, mustard, salt, nutmeg, pepper and mushroom mixture; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SUNDAY VEGETARIAN STRATA

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A strata is a casserole of layers of bread, in this case vegetarian sausage and cheese baked in eggs. This one is really good for vegetarians on Easter.

Provided by chichima

Categories Breakfast Strata

Time 3h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ pound ground vegetarian breakfast sausage
2 cups chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups diced red bell pepper
6 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ cups grated Swiss cheese
12 large eggs
2 cups 1% milk
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and stir in the vegetarian sausage. Cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly, and evenly browned. Stir in the onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange bread in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Scatter the sausage mixture on top. Brush with the Dijon mustard, and sprinkle with cheese. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, and pour over the cheese. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove strata from the refrigerator, and unwrap.
Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, lightly browned, and the center is set, 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 200.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 536.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SUNDAY VEGETARIAN STRATA

Sunday Vegetarian Strata image

A strata is a casserole of layers of bread, in this case vegetarian sausage and cheese baked in eggs. This one is really good for vegetarians on Easter.

Provided by chichima

Categories Breakfast Strata

Time 3h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ pound ground vegetarian breakfast sausage
2 cups chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups diced red bell pepper
6 cups cubed whole-wheat country bread
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 ½ cups grated Swiss cheese
12 large eggs
2 cups 1% milk
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and stir in the vegetarian sausage. Cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly, and evenly browned. Stir in the onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook and stir until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside.
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange bread in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Scatter the sausage mixture on top. Brush with the Dijon mustard, and sprinkle with cheese. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, and pour over the cheese. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove strata from the refrigerator, and unwrap.
Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, lightly browned, and the center is set, 1 hour to 1 1/2 hours. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 200.1 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 536.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

Use any stale bread or a combination of breads for a heartier texture.
Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Wilt the vegetables before adding them to the strata to reduce excess moisture.
Use a variety of cheeses for a more flavorful strata.
Season the strata generously with salt and pepper.
Bake the strata until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
Let the strata cool for 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

A vegetarian strata is a delicious and easy-to-make brunch or dinner dish. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a strata that is sure to impress your family and friends.