Heart-Healthy Baked Cauliflower with Cheese
Savor the deliciously creamy and nutritious "Heart-Healthy Baked Cauliflower with Cheese," a guilt-free twist on a comfort food classic. This recipe combines tender roasted cauliflower florets with a rich, tangy blend of low-fat Greek yogurt, melted cheddar cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Topped with golden whole wheat breadcrumbs and fresh parsley, it's a dish that balances indulgence with wholesome goodness. Oven-baked to perfection, this side or main dish delivers big flavor with heart-smart ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and low-fat cheese, all while keeping prep effortless with just 15 minutes of hands-on time. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it's a tasty way to prioritize both health and flavor in your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Trim the leafy parts of the cauliflower and cut it into florets of roughly the same size for even cooking.
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and sea salt until evenly coated.
Spread the cauliflower florets on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and begins to brown.
While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the cheese mixture. In a small bowl, mix together the low-fat Greek yogurt, low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, and lemon juice until combined.
Once the cauliflower is done baking, remove it from the oven and transfer to an oven-safe baking dish.
Spoon the cheese mixture over the cauliflower, ensuring even coverage.
Sprinkle the whole wheat breadcrumbs over the top of the cheese layer.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the top begins to brown.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a healthy side or a main dish option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3694 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 79.9 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1060 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1883 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
