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Healthy Diabetic Friendly Casserole Recipe with Low-Fat Cheese and Veggies Made Easy

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A nourishing, comforting casserole made with low-fat cheese and roasted vegetables, designed to be diabetic-friendly and easy to prepare for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, cut bite-sized
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Toss diced zucchini, bell pepper, broccoli florets, and onion with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika on a baking sheet. Spread them out evenly.
  3. Roast vegetables for 15 minutes until tender but still holding their shape with slight caramelized edges.
  4. While veggies roast, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a large bowl until creamy but slightly lumpy.
  5. Let the roasted veggies cool for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir the roasted veggies and minced garlic into the egg mixture gently, coating well without overmixing.
  7. Pour the mixture into a prepared 9×9-inch baking dish and smooth the top lightly with a spatula.
  8. Sprinkle shredded low-fat mozzarella evenly over the top.
  9. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the casserole puffs slightly and cheese turns golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean but moist.
  10. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

If the casserole browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use room temperature eggs and dairy to avoid curdling. Roasting veggies concentrates sweetness and prevents watery casserole. Mix gently to avoid dense texture. Can substitute veggies or dairy for dietary needs.

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Keywords: diabetic friendly, low-fat cheese, casserole, healthy, roasted vegetables, easy dinner, gluten-free, low sugar

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