🔥 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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🛒 INGREDIENTS:
3 slices turkey bacon
1 head cauliflower (2 lbs), cut in bite size pieces
½ tsp ground pepper, ¼ tsp salt
1 ¼ cups low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
⅔ 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, ⅔ 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 ¼ 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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