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25 Healthy Casseroles That Are Light and Comforting
Because sometimes you want a bit of both! 😉
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When you're planning healthy dinner recipes, many people think of eating salads night after night. But if you're craving comfort food favorites, you're in luck! Because this list of healthy casserole recipes is the perfect balance between warm, satisfyingly easy casseroles and lightened-up family dinners! Here, you'll find good-for-you recipes that will keep you cozy without weighing you down. Think: loaded cauliflower rice casserole and butternut squash casserole that's packed with kale. There are even some cheesy casserole recipes for those who can’t resist the gooey goodness of mac and cheese!
Plus, you'll find lightened up versions of holiday classics, like sweet potato casserole, Brussels sprouts casserole, and green bean casserole—all of which use some smart ingredient swaps. (It's also one of the ways that Ree Drummond stays healthy.) We've even included a few breakfast casserole recipes that are sure to kick things off on the right foot. For instance, the sausage breakfast casserole is a great way to get your protein and veggies in right from the start. So go ahead and take another scoop because these are healthy casserole recipes that you can feel good about eating!
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
This twist on chicken cordon bleu is even easier than the original. Serve it up with a side salad, green beans or any healthy veggie for a complete meal you can feel good about serving to your family.
Get the Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole recipe.
Spinach Casserole
There are so many reasons to love spinach. It's packed with iron, vitamins and fiber. Plus, it makes for a bright and flavorful addition to this casserole recipe!
Get the Spinach Casserole recipe.
Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal
Start your morning with a baked oatmeal casserole and you're off to a good start. This one adds a bit of sweetness in the form of chocolate and maple syrup.
Get the Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal recipe.
Fresh Corn Casserole
You only need five ingredients to make this light and flavorful fresh corn recipe shine. It's a crowd-pleasing side that you'll make again and again.
Get Ree's Fresh Corn Casserole recipe.
Individual Sausage Casseroles
These mini "casseroles" are a great way to practice portion control. Keep them in your freezer, then pop them in the microwave whenever you need a healthy pick-me-up!
Get Ree's Individual Sausage Casseroles recipe.
Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole
Ree swaps out canned cream of mushroom soup and white rice in favor of this wholesome wild rice variation. Give it a try, it might just surprise you!
Get Ree's Broccoli Wild Rice Casserole recipe.
Brussels Sprouts Casserole
This dish is similar to a baked gratin but with Brussels sprouts instead of potatoes. It's a great way to add some green veggies to the mix.
Get the Brussels Sprouts Casserole recipe.
Butternut Squash Casserole
This hearty side dish is loaded with nutritious ingredients, like kale, squash, and parsnips. The crunch and flavor from smoked almonds is a nice surprise.
Get the Butternut Squash Casserole recipe.
Lightened Up Sweet Potato Casserole
Instead of heavy cream, this recipe is made with low-fat milk. But don't worry, it still has a ton of flavor from the savory parmesan and sage topping.
Taco Casserole
Thinking up a healthy weeknight dinner can be stressful. Luckily, this easy casserole is just the thing. Top it with a generous amount of healthy toppings like lettuce, tomato, and avocado.
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Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Start your day off right with a breakfast that's loaded with protein and fiber. You can even swap out the peppers for small bits of broccoli or other veggies.
Get the Sausage Breakfast Casserole recipe.
Yellow Squash Casserole
Comfort food and summer squash go hand-in-hand with this vegetable side dish. It would be a nice accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken.
Get the Yellow Squash Casserole recipe.
Stuffed Cabbage
This beef and pork stuffed cabbage is the ultimate comfort food. It has a sweet and sour sauce that you'll love scooping up with a side of mashed potatoes.
Get the Stuffed Cabbage recipe.
Baked Feta Egg Casserole
Simple refrigerator staples (like eggs and feta cheese) and pantry ingredients (like jarred roasted red peppers) get a whole new spin in this easy breakfast recipe. You can even serve it as breakfast-for-dinner!
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Cheesy Zucchini Casserole
Yes, this recipe has plenty of cheese and breadcrumbs but it's also packed with tons of fresh zucchini. It's all about the balance!
Get the Cheesy Zucchini Casserole recipe.
Healthy Green Bean Casserole
This healthy Thanksgiving recipe swaps the heavy canned soup for low-fat milk and Greek yogurt, so it's still just as creamy.
Get the Healthy Green Bean Casserole recipe at Well Plated by Erin.
Italian Zucchini Spaghetti Bake
Here's a fun way to sneak in some extra veggies: Use less pasta than you normally would and add some spiralized zucchini to the mix. Then, bake it off with turkey sausage, mushrooms, and roasted peppers.
Get the Italian Zucchini Spaghetti Bake recipe at Little Broken.
Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole
You only need 15 minutes of prep time to make this healthy vegetarian enchilada recipe. After you set-it-and-forget-it, the comforting dish is ready for dinnertime!
Get the Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole recipe at Jessica in the Kitchen.
Healthy Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese
This lightened-up mac and cheese is comforting enough to impress even the pickiest of eaters. It's packed with protein from the chicken, nutrition from the broccoli, and all that classic cheesy goodness.
Get the Healthy Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese recipe at Family Food on the Table.
Loaded Cauliflower Rice Casserole
Turn simple riced cauliflower into a creamy, delicious side. All you need is sour cream, cheese, and bacon. It tasted just like a loaded potato!
Get the Loaded Cauliflower Rice Casserole recipe at Low Carb with Jennifer.
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