🔥 Ditch the heavy starches this year! This Loaded Cauliflower Casserole is the ultimate healthy Thanksgiving side dish that delivers all the classic, creamy flavor you crave without the guilt. It’s a fantastic low-carb and keto-friendly alternative to mashed potatoes or a potato casserole, packed with flavor from turkey bacon, low-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt. With 12g protein and less than 2g saturated fat per serving, it’s a guilt-free win for your holiday table. Perfect for those watching their macros!
Atlanta/Suwanee, Georgia Home Cooks: This recipe is perfect for your Southern-inspired holiday meal, giving you a fresh, light side dish that your Gwinnett County guests will rave about! Whether you’re hosting near the Town Center or Lake Lanier, this healthy casserole is a winner.
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đź›’ INGREDIENTS:
3 slices turkey bacon
1 head cauliflower (2 lbs), cut in bite size pieces
½ tsp ground pepper, ¼ tsp salt
1 ÂĽ cups low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
â…” cup plain Greek yogurt, low fat
4 scallions, divided
👨‍🍳 INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 425.
2. Place turkey bacon in skillet and cook until crisp.
3. Combine cauliflower, salt, and pepper into a 9 x 13 baking dish. Bake until
tender, about 35 minutes.
4. While baking, stir together 1 cup cheese, â…” cup greek yogurt, and half the
scallions.
5. When the cauliflower is done baking, stir the cheese mixture into the
cauliflower until combined. Sprinkle with the remaining ÂĽ cup cheese.
Bake for another 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
6. Garnish with the remaining scallion and the turkey bacon.
NUTRITION (per 6 servings): 100 calories, 12g protein, 3g carbs, 1.5g saturated fat.
⏰ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro & Why Choose Cauliflower
0:45 – Prepping the Ingredients (Cauliflower & Bacon)
1:30 – The Creamy Cheese Mixture Secret
2:15 – Baking the Casserole to Perfection
3:05 – The Final Reveal & Taste Test
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