Vegan Cornbread Casserole

This Vegan Cornbread Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of corn with savory vegetables and spices, all baked to perfection. It offers a comforting, warm meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Cornmeal - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Baking powder - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Non-dairy milk - 1 cup
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sweet corn (canned or frozen) - 1 cup
• Black beans (canned, rinsed and drained) - 1/2 cup
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1/2 cup
• Green onion (chopped) - 1/4 cup
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped, for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together non-dairy milk, maple syrup, and olive oil until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the sweet corn, black beans, red bell pepper, green onion, chili powder, and cumin until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut.
• Rich in plant-based protein from black beans, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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