Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole

by
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole: A Flavorful and Hearty Dish

This Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and delicious dish loaded with fresh vegetables and a creamy herb sauce featuring dill and chives. Topped with crispy tater tots, this casserole is perfect for a comforting family meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell peppers, and sauté until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
    • Add the diced zucchini and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
    • Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of celery soup, sour cream, chopped dill, and chopped chives. Mix well.
  4. Combine and Assemble:
    • Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with the sauce and mix until evenly combined.
    • Transfer the vegetable and herb mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
    • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the vegetable mixture.
    • Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  5. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
  6. Serve:
    • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh dill and chives if desired.

Serving Suggestions:

This Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty side.

Conclusion:

Enjoy the comforting flavors of this Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole, where fresh dill and chives elevate the taste of tender vegetables and crispy tater tots. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone.

 

Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole
Pin
Print

Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole

Recipe by Dan Bassil GourmetCourse: Herb GourmetCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
Prep time

40

minutes
baking time

35

minutes

This Vegetarian Herb Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and delicious dish loaded with fresh vegetables and a creamy herb sauce featuring dill and chives. Topped with crispy tater tots, this casserole is perfect for a comforting family meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 bell peppers, diced

  • 1 zucchini, diced

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of celery soup

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Sauté Vegetables:
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell peppers, and sauté until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the diced zucchini and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Prepare the Sauce:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of celery soup, sour cream, chopped dill, and chopped chives. Mix well.
  • Combine and Assemble:
  • Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with the sauce and mix until evenly combined.
  • Transfer the vegetable and herb mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the vegetable mixture.
  • Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  • Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
  • Serve:
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh dill and chives if desired.