WW Mexican White Trash Casserole

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The WW Mexican White Trash Casserole is a tasty meal and has 220 calories per serving. This dish takes 45 minutes to make and serves it at events, feasts, functions, holidays, lunches, or festivals. It contains fat-free ground turkey breast, low-sodium taco seasoning, black beans, no-salt-added corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, fat-free plain Greek yogurt, reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, tortilla chips, onion, bell peppers, zucchini, cilantro, garlic powder,  ground cumin, and cooking spray. We may pair this dish with fresh salsa, tomato soup, diced avocado, lettuce wraps, grilled zucchini, cucumber lime salad, garlic green beans, or avocado tomato salad. You may keep this WW Mexican White Trash Casserole in the refrigerator for four days.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Course: Main
  • Servings: 8
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes

EQUIPMENT:

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Oven mitts
  • Measuring spoons
  • Can opener

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound fat-free ground turkey breast
  • Half cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 can drained no-salt-added corn
  • Half tsp. garlic powder
  • Two tsp. low-sodium taco seasoning
  • 1 can black beans
  • Half cup diced onion
  • 1 can undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • ¾ cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 cup crushed baked tortilla chips
  • Half tsp. ground cumin
  • 1½ cups diced bell peppers
  • One cup diced zucchini
  • Quarter cup chopped fresh cilantro

INGREDIENT NOTES:

GROUND TURKEY BREAST:

  • We use it to keep the casserole high in protein and make a hearty texture that makes the dish filling. Lean ground chicken breast is a good alternative as well.

LOW-SODIUM TACO SEASONING:

  • Taco seasoning includes the signature Mexican-inspired taste that makes the casserole delicious. Choosing a low-sodium version reduces the overall sodium content. You may blend chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to make your own seasoning.

BLACK BEANS:

  • Black beans give vegan protein, fiber, and a creamy texture to make the casserole more filling. You may use pinto beans as per your choice.

NO-SALT-ADDED CORN:

  • Corn gives a pleasant texture that maintains the savory components. The no-salt-added variety keeps the sodium low in the dish. You may use frozen corn as another idea.

FAT-FREE GREEK YOGURT:

  • Greek yogurt provides the creamy texture and replaces the need for higher-fat ingredients. You may use fat-free plain skyr as an alternative.

REDUCED-FAT MEXICAN CHEESE BLEND:

  • Its small amount gives the casserole a cheesy finish to keep calories low. Reduced-fat cheddar cheese is a good option as well.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the oven to 375°F and heat the skillet on a moderate flame.
  2. Cook ground turkey breast for six minutes and break it apart.
  3. Then cook diced onion, bell peppers, and zucchini for five minutes and sprinkle taco seasoning, cumin, and garlic powder to coat the meat and vegetables properly.
  4. Include black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, then stir them.
  5. Turn off the flame and include fat-free Greek yogurt to make a creamy mixture.
  6. Spread half of the crushed baked tortilla chips in the bottom of the dish and put the turkey and vegetable mixture on the chips.
  7. Evenly spread and sprinkle the remaining crushed tortilla chips on top.
  8. Then sprinkle the reduced-fat cheese on the casserole and bake for thirty minutes.
  9. Lastly, remove the dish from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro on the cooled dish.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Southwest Garden Salad
  • Avocado Tomato Salad
  • Mexican Chopped Salad
  • Cucumber Lime Salad

VEGETABLE:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Grilled Zucchini
  • Steamed Mixed Vegetables

SIDES:

  • Cauliflower Rice
  • Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
  • Lettuce Wraps
  • Steamed Vegetables

TOPPINGS:

  • Pico de Gallo
  • Fresh Salsa
  • Diced Avocado
  • Sliced Jalapeños

SOUPS:

  • Black Bean Soup
  • Tortilla Soup
  • Vegetable Soup
  • Tomato Soup

TIPS:

  • Use freshly chopped vegetables for the best texture and taste.
  • Rinse drained beans properly to reduce sodium.
  • Include bell peppers for more volume without increasing many calories.
  • Add cheese carefully to keep WW points low.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep the casserole in the box for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • You may freeze the cooled portions for 90 days.

FAQs:

Can I make this casserole early?

  • Yes, assemble the casserole one day in advance and bake before use.

Should I exclude turkey?

  • Ground chicken breast is a perfect substitute.

Is this recipe spicy?

  • This recipe is very mild; skip tomatoes with green chilies, & use regular diced tomatoes instead.

Can I include more vegetables?

  • Yes, add mushrooms, spinach, or cauliflower rice as per your choice.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 14 grams

Iron: 2.0 mg

Total Carbs: 19 grams

Vitamin A: 1,600 IU

Fiber: 5 grams

Calcium: 130 mg

Protein: 27 grams

Sodium: 430 mg

Calories: 220 kcal

Potassium: 640 milligrams

Weight Watcher Points: 3-4 Points