Broccoli and Three-Cheese Casserole

Health score
25%
Broccoli and Three-Cheese Casserole
45 min.
6
246kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Broccoli and Three-Cheese Casserole! Ready in just 45 minutes, this delightful recipe serves six and is perfect for any meal of the day, whether as a side dish, a hearty lunch, or even a main course.

Imagine tender broccoli florets mingling with a creamy blend of reduced-fat cheddar, fontina, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, all baked to perfection. This casserole not only satisfies your taste buds but also packs a punch with its nutritional benefits, boasting only 246 calories per serving. With a delightful mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, it’s a well-rounded option for anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal.

What’s more, this dish is incredibly versatile! You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or even some protein to make it your own. The combination of flavors and textures will have everyone coming back for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your family and friends with this scrumptious Broccoli and Three-Cheese Casserole!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups broccoli florets coarsely chopped ( 1 bunch)
  • ounce cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • cups rice white cooked
  • 0.8 cup egg substitute 
  •  egg whites 
  • ounces fontina shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon herbs de provence dried
  • 0.8 cup milk 1% low-fat
  • cup onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 ounces parmesan cheese divided freshly grated
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt divided
  • ounce sandwich bread white firm

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Combine the rice, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, fines herbes, and egg whites. Press mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  3. Sprinkle fontina evenly over rice mixture. Set aside.
  4. Cook broccoli in boiling water for 4 minutes or until tender; drain well.
  5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  6. Add onion; cook 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in broccoli. Spoon broccoli mixture evenly over rice mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Combine egg substitute, milk, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
  8. Pour egg mixture over broccoli mixture.
  9. Place bread in a food processor; pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1 1/4 cups.
  10. Combine breadcrumbs and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
  11. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture evenly over broccoli.
  12. Bake at 400 for 23 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories246kcal
Protein25.07%
Fat27.46%
Carbs47.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.8
Glycemic Load
20.67
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.553043614263%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
4.93mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.47kcal
12.32%
Fat:7.58g
11.67%
Saturated Fat:4.19g
26.18%
Carbohydrates:29.49g
9.83%
Net Carbohydrates:26.98g
9.81%
Sugar:5.03g
5.59%
Cholesterol:23.33mg
7.78%
Sodium:684.07mg
29.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.58g
31.16%
Vitamin C:56.28mg
68.22%
Vitamin K:64.14µg
61.09%
Selenium:29µg
41.43%
Calcium:270.13mg
27.01%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.82%
Phosphorus:234.9mg
23.49%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.28%
Folate:63.57µg
15.89%
Vitamin A:702.45IU
14.05%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.59%
Vitamin B5:1.35mg
13.54%
Zinc:1.88mg
12.52%
Potassium:419.96mg
12%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.53%
Fiber:2.51g
10.04%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10%
Magnesium:39.38mg
9.85%
Iron:1.7mg
9.46%
Vitamin E:1.11mg
7.38%
Vitamin D:0.93µg
6.17%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
5.99%
Copper:0.11mg
5.37%
Source:My Recipes