Description
This Vegan Sausage Stuffing with Sage is a flavorful and hearty plant-based side dish perfect for holiday meals or everyday dinners. Made with crusty bread, savory vegan sausage, fresh herbs, and vegetable broth, it’s a satisfying alternative to traditional stuffing that’s rich in taste and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 loaf (about 14 oz) crusty bread, cubed and dried overnight or toasted
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Protein & Herbs
- 12 ounces vegan sausage, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids & Toppings
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (plus more if needed)
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and diced celery, sautéing for 5 to 6 minutes until they soften.
- Add Garlic and Sausage: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add the crumbled vegan sausage and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until it browns evenly.
- Season: Mix in the chopped fresh sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Remove the skillet from the heat once the herbs are well combined with the sausage mixture.
- Combine with Bread: In a large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes with the sausage mixture. Pour the vegetable broth over the mixture and stir to moisten all the bread evenly. The mixture should be soft but not soggy; add more broth if needed.
- Transfer and Bake: Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish. If desired, dot the top with vegan butter for added richness. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Crisp the Top: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the stuffing to rest for 5 to 10 minutes after baking, then serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Use a hearty rustic or sourdough bread for the best texture and flavor.
- To make ahead, prepare the stuffing up to the baking step, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake just before serving.
- Adjust vegetable broth quantity to ensure the bread is moist but not soggy.
- Vegan butter topping is optional but adds a nice richness and golden crust.
