Low Fat Dressing Casserole
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with this flavorful Low Fat Dressing Casserole, a lighter twist on a classic comfort dish. Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole-grain bread, vibrant sautéed vegetables, and a creamy mixture of low-fat Greek yogurt and egg whites, this casserole is the perfect guilt-free side or main course. Infused with the earthy aromas of dried sage and thyme, every bite is bursting with warmth and savory goodness. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dish highlights better-for-you ingredients without compromising on taste. Serve it alongside roasted veggies or a lean protein for a satisfying, balanced meal that the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups whole-grain bread (cubed)
- 1.5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 large carrot (shredded)
- 0.5 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish with olive oil, or use non-stick cooking spray.
Spread the cubed whole-grain bread on a baking sheet. Toast it in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until slightly crisp, then set aside to cool.
In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion, celery, and shredded carrot until softened, about 5-7 minutes. If needed, add a small splash of vegetable broth to prevent sticking.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, low-fat plain Greek yogurt, and 1 cup of the vegetable broth. Stir in the dried sage, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and chopped parsley. Pour the egg white mixture over the bread and vegetables, tossing gently until everything is evenly coated. If the mixture seems too dry, add the remaining 0.5 cup of vegetable broth, a little at a time.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Low Fat Dressing Casserole as a side dish or a light main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.6 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 5649 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.3 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.1 g | 240% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.5 g | ||
| Protein | 116.0 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 888 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 2621 mg | 56% | |
*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.
