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Healthy Broccoli 'Rice' Casserole

This broccoli rice casserole is made with ZERO grains and instead uses cauliflower as the rice. It's extra cheesy and always a hit with my kids.
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword cauliflower rice casserole, healthy broccoli rice casserole
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 244kcal
Author Karly Campbell

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces riced cauliflower
  • 12 ounces broccoli florets chopped
  • 3 cups grated cheddar divided
  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature, chopped into small pieces
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add the riced cauliflower and chopped broccoli to a large mixing bowl along with a tablespoon of water. Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
  • Microwave for 3 minutes and let sit, covered, for 2 minutes. Carefully remove plastic wrap from bowl and drain liquid.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups of cheddar, cream cheese, eggs, and spices to the bowl. Stir well to combine.
  • Pour mixture into 9x9 baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.

Notes

For a crunchy topping, add 1/2 cups of crushed pork rinds to the top of the dish with the cheddar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 845mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Net Carbs: 5g