Looking to kickstart your morning with something tasty and easy? Enter my Veggie Breakfast Strata recipe! It's a delightful mix of kale, tomatoes, eggs, and cheese that'll fill you up and fuel your day. Adding biscuits gives it that extra oomph, making it a breakfast + brunch favorite that your whole family will love with its simple yet fancy vibes! Gluten-free, Overnight + Make Ahead Options!
Holiday mornings call for easy breakfast casserole recipes! Lately, I've been prepping ingredients ahead, making it a breeze to whip up and bake whenever the family gets hungry. A Veggie Breakfast Stratais the perfect answer to feeding your family on Christmas morning or whenever you need a quick-fix breakfast. Not only is this casserole eggy, silky, and light, but is green + red--- A perfect celebration of color during the holidays.
Just like my Southern Caprese Biscuit Breakfast Strata and Baked Pumpkin French Toast Casserole + Maple Pecan Sweet Potato French Toast Casserole prepping this the night before keeps mornings relaxed. It's a game-changer for a smoother holiday morning routine! Instead of using day-old bread like many strata recipes, I use organic canned biscuits to soak up the savory egg custard. Then I layer in tons of kale + herb roasted tomatoes before topping with shredded sharp cheddar cheese!
This Veggie Breakfast Strata is a lifesaver when feeding a crowd--loved by both kids and adults, this recipe is incredibly versatile, allowing for various ingredient tweaks--With a simple tweak like adding in bacon for a more 'meaty' option or using gluten-free biscuits, it easily adapts to different dietary needs. This overnight wonder takes just around 15 minutes to prepare, can be made ahead of time (seriously easy!), and bakes to perfection in 45 minutes + is totally worth the wait!
Jump to:
- What Is A Strata?
- How to Make Veggie Breakfast Strata
- Ingredients in Veggie Breakfast Strata
- Why You Will LOVE This Veggie Breakfast Strata
- How to Make Herb Oven Roasted Tomatoes
- Ingredient Swaps + Add-in Ideas
- What To Serve With Veggie Breakfast Strata?
- Best Types of Cheese for thisVeggie Strata
- Veggie Breakfast Strata Q + A's
- More Breakfast + Brunch Recipes You'll Love
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Veggie Breakfast Strata
What Is A Strata?
Think of a strata as a delicious, layered bake! It's an Italian version of bread pudding--- filled with bread (You can use day-old bread, your favorite bakery bread, or canned biscuits, like me!) cheese, eggs, and whatever tasty bits you fancy—veggies, meats, herbs—just all mingling together. You mix everything up, let it cozy up in a baking dish for a bit, then pop it in the oven until it's golden and irresistible. It's like a hug in breakfast form, perfect for relaxed mornings or brunch with friends!
You will often find strata referred to as savory, and there are so many options! You can make breakfast, lunch, or dinner strata using your favorite ingredients.
How to Make Veggie Breakfast Strata
To start, simply lightly grease a medium baking dish (9 x 13″) with butter or cooking spray and pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit then you will prepare the batter! Whisk together the eggs, milk, and herbs + seasonings. Add your biscuits (homemade or store-bought) pieces into the baking dish and spread around evenly then pour the batter mixture atop pieces. NOTE: It's OK if biscuits float to the top at this point. Then add in the greens and herb roasted tomatoes and bake to golden cheesy perfection!
Ingredients in Veggie Breakfast Strata
- Organic biscuits. Store-bought or homemade. If using a store-bought version, I highly recommend usingAnnie'sorImmaculate. If opting for homemade I highly recommend trying myFlaky Honey Buttermilk Biscuits!
- Unsweetened Almond milk. At room temp.(You can use whole milk or your fave plant-based milk)
- Largeeggs. Atroom temp.
- Herbs + Seasonings. I use dried parsley, ground mustard, garlic powder + smoked paprika.
- Spinach + kale. Feel free to add in your preferred greens.
- Sharp or mild cheddar. Freshly shredded or grated.
- Roasted herb tomatoes. See my recipe for creating these delicious umami tomatoes!
- Sea salt + pepper. Enhances all the flavors.
SHOP MY FAVORITE TOOLS FOR BAKING, ESPECIALLY FOR THIS STRATA!
Here, I’vecurated a list of baking essentialsthat I use to achieve my favorite baked goods, especially with thisVeggie Breakfast Strata.Everything from my fave casserole pan, wooden spoons, parchment paper, and more.SEE THEM HERE!
Why You Will LOVE This Veggie Breakfast Strata
- All cooked in one casserole dish = minimal cleanup!
- Simple prep + perfect for busy mornings.
- Make-ahead or overnight convenience.
- Gluten-free option to keep everyone at the table full + happy!
- Hearty + satisfying
- A crowd-pleasing family favorite for all ages.
- Oh-so-satisfying + flavorful
How to Make Herb Oven Roasted Tomatoes
The key to this recipe is to start with great-quality tomatoes. Choose a mix of large and cherries, and several different colors if you can find them. Click here for the full recipe + tips
INGREDIENTS
- Tomatoes.You'll need about 2 lbs. of tomatoes for this recipe. Again, choose a mix of small, large and cherries or any other shape + kind of tomato you like.
- Olive oil. Don't skimp on the oil! It helps concentrate the tomato flavor and makes a nice jammy texture. You can use these roasted tomatoes like a dressing or sauce.
- Herbs + Seasonings. A great addition of flavor. Adds such savoriness from the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, parsley, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, thyme, etc.
- Thyme sprigs. You can add rosemary leaves as a substitute as well.
- Garlic.You'll need about 3 garlic cloves, mincing them into smaller pieces to help spread the flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Add the seasoned tomatoes to the baking sheet (in a single layer) and add thyme sprigs and garlic cloves all around. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tomatoes are charred, wilted, and tender. Remove and let cool slightly.
Ingredient Swaps + Add-in Ideas
This recipe for Veggie Breakfast Strata is incredibly versatile. You can customize it by adding more ingredients like bacon for a 'meat' option. Here are some additional ideas to jazz it up!
- Sliced mushrooms
- Homemade pesto sauce
- Cooked sausage or ham (for non-vegetarian options)
- Candied bacon
- Sundried tomatoes
- Olives
- Asparagus
- Tofu or tempeh (for vegetarian options)
- Sautéed diced potatoes for extra heartiness
- Diced jalapeños for a spicy kick
- Caramelized onions for a touch of sweetness
- Shredded cheese varieties like Swiss or feta
- Chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives
What To Serve With Veggie Breakfast Strata?
Okay, this breakfast casserole recipe is already mouthwatering and oh-so-satisfying, but I can't resist adding a few extra treats to create the ultimate breakfast or brunch spread. Here are my top favorite sides that take this meal to the next level:
- Avocado slices or guacamole for a creamy addition
- A side of salsa or hot sauce for added zest
- A drizzle of pesto
- Bread selections like sourdough, brioche, or bagels for a hearty touch. Try my Homemade Pumpkin Oat Bagels for a little hit of fall flavor!
- Potatoes, such as hash browns or smashed roasted potatoes, for a savory side
- Pancakes or waffles for a sweet contrast
- Oatmeal or granola bowls like these Vegan Peach Crisp Oatmeal Porridge or Easy Vegan Breakfast Parfaits
- Juice or smoothies for a refreshing drink option! My faves are, Homemade Blood Orange Juice + Raspberry Sunrise Smoothie
Best Types of Cheese for thisVeggie Strata
Even though thisveggie strata recipeis based on using mild/sharp cheddar you can also switch things up and add a new flare to it's flavor profile by adding any of thefollowing grated cheeses:
- Fontina
- Monterey Jack
- Gouda
- Mozzarella
- American cheese
- Havarti
- Parmesan cheese
Veggie Breakfast Strata Q + A's
How to store this Veggie Breakfast Strata recipe?
Any leftovers can be kept in a tightly sealed container and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Baked strata can be frozen for up to 2 months. Simply thaw out in the refrigerator overnight before leaving it at room temp. for 30 minutes and then heating in the oven.
How do you know when a breakfast casserole is done?
This breakfast casserole is typically done when the center is set and doesn't jiggle when gently shaken. You can also insert a toothpick or knife into the center—when it comes out clean, it's ready.
How long can a breakfast casserole recipe be refrigerated before baking?
You can prepare a breakfast casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it, covered, for up to 24 hours before baking. This allows the flavors to meld together nicely before cooking.
How to make Veggie Breakfast Strata overnight/ahead of time?
To do this, you'll literally follow all of the assembly steps and instead of adding it to oven to bake, you'll simply wrap your baking dish well and refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours before removing it the next day and letting it sit at room temp for 20 minutes or so and then baking it. Wallah!
Can I make this egg casserole recipe gluten-free?
You can opt for a homemade gluten-free biscuit using my recipe for Gluten-Free Cheddar Bay Biscuits or choose to use store-bought gluten-free biscuits instead for this egg casserole recipe!
More Breakfast + Brunch Recipes You'll Love
Love enjoying tasty breakfasts + brunches? Give these recipes a try next!
- Baked Strawberry Croissant French Toast
- Baked Eggnog French Toast
- Sweet Potato Berry Breakfast Boats
- Easy Veggie Frittata for Any Meal
- Healthy Chia Pudding 3 Ways
- Bacon, Cheddar, and Veggie ‘Sunrise’ Scones
- Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Porridge
- Apple Pie Hawaiian Sweet Roll French Toast
- Fluffy Cinnamon Crunch Bread
- Peach Crisp Oatmeal Porridge [Vegan]
- Southern Chicken and Waffles
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Veggie Breakfast Strata
December 27, 2021 •
By Shanika
5 from 6 votes
Looking to kickstart your morning with something tasty and easy? Enter my Veggie Breakfast Strata! It's a delightful mix of kale, tomatoes, eggs, and cheese that'll fill you up and fuel your day. Adding biscuits gives it that extra oomph, making it a breakfast + brunch favorite that your whole family will love with its simple yet fancy vibes! Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Overnight + Make Ahead Options!
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 45 minutes mins
Total Time: 1 hour hr
Serves: 8 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) can organic biscuits, store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups Almond milk, room temp.
- 10 large eggs, room temp.
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cups spinach, chopped
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 2 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar
- 2 cups roasted tomatoes
Instructions
To start, simply lightly grease a medium baking dish (9 x 13″) with butter or cooking spray and pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
PREPARE THE BATTER:
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and herbs + seasonings. Set aside.
PREPARE THE BISCUITS:
If using store-bought biscuits, remove from can and cut each biscuit dough into 4 triangular pieces until all pieces are cut.
Add your biscuits pieces into the baking dish and spread around evenly then pour the batter mixture atop pieces. NOTE: It's OK if biscuits float to the top at this point.
Next, add the following: chopped spinach, kale, cheddar cheese, and roasted tomatoes. For an extra layer, you can add additional cheese, if desired.
Bake the strata for 20 minutes (while loosely covering with foil), then remove foil and continue baking for the remaining 25 minutes or until edges are golden brown (or slightly dark brown, if preferred) and the center is set.
Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Bon Appetit!
Tips & Tricks
- OVERNIGHT + MAKE AHEAD: To do this, you'll literally follow all of the assembly steps and instead of adding it to oven to bake, you'll simply wrap your baking dish well and refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours before removing it the next day and letting it sit at room temp for 20 minutes or so and then baking it. Wallah!
- STORAGE:Any leftovers can be kept in a tightly sealed container and refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Baked strata can be frozen for up to 2 months. Simply thaw out in the refrigerator overnight before leaving it at room temp. for 30 minutes and then heating in the oven.
- ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS: While this recipe calls for sharp cheddar, spinach, kale, and tomatoes as the star ingredients, you can also create more savoriness by adding bacon + chicken (for a meat option), bell peppers, parmesan, mozzarella, gouda, or other cheeses if your heart desires. It's truly up to you!
- BISCUITS: If using a store-bought version, I highly recommend usingAnnie'sorImmaculate. Speaking of making your own biscuits, I highly recommend trying thisHomemade ButtermilkBiscuit recipe by Sally's Baking Addiction!
Nutrition
Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 233mg | Sodium: 1297mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3633IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 410mg | Iron: 4mg
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