Healthy Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Light, fresh, and delicious—our Healthy Broccoli Casserole will be your new favorite dish! This lighter version of the classic comfort food will have everyone asking for seconds.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 327kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cup broccoli florets about 4 heads
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms finely chopped
- 1 small yellow onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp butter divided
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or light sour cream
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese divided
- 1 1/2 cup breadcrumbs divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
- Steam broccoli for a few minutes (do not fully cook the broccoli). Place the broccoli in a large mixing bowl; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, add the olive oil. Add the mushrooms and brown, about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the onion and garlic and cook until translucent and fragrant. Transfer to the bowl with the broccoli.
- In the same saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and half-and-half until smooth. Bring the mixture to a low simmer, and whisk until thick. Remove from the heat and whisk in the salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, and Greek yogurt.
- Pour sauce into the large mixing bowl (with the veggies). Add the egg, 1 cup of the cheddar cheese, and ½ cup of the breadcrumbs, and mix until combined. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a medium microwave-safe mixing bowl, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Toss the remaining breadcrumbs in and stir to combine, then mix in the remaining cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the broccoli mixture.
- Place in the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes or until it bubbles and browns (place a piece of foil over top to prevent over-browning at the 30-minute mark). Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
-Try adding chicken or ham to this dish for a complete meal.
STORE the Healthy Broccoli Casserole by covering it tightly and refrigerating it for up to 3-4 days. To FREEZE, just ensure it's in an airtight container to keep it good for up to 2 months.
To REHEAT, thaw the casserole in the refrigerator overnight if frozen. Then, bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until heated through. For quicker reheating, use a microwave in short intervals, stirring in between.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 536mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1.113IU | Vitamin C: 82mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 2mg
