The WW Vegetable & Egg Casserole is resourceful & rich. This simple meal features with colorful veggies, light fluffy eggs, & lots of cheesiness without calories. It keeps you full because it is satisfying, delicious, & contains a lot of protein & fiber. The vegetables add texture & the taste, & the eggs contribute to creaminess and richness. It takes no time to get ready, it requires basic ingredients, & it can be made beforehand. WW Vegetable & Egg Casserole is quite filling & it will not make you sleepy. The casserole works well with what you have in your freezer/whatever you feel like in it. Toast, fruits, or a side salad can be served with it to make it complete and yummy.
STATS:
- Diet: Weight Watchers-Friendly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: six servings
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Serving Size: one slice
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Course: Breakfast, Brunch, or Light Dinner
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Difficulty: Easy
EQUIPMENT:
- 9×9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Nonstick spray/parchment
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
- Eight big eggs
- 1/2 a cup of skim/unsweetened almond milk
- Use half a teaspoon of garlic powder for this purpose.
- 1/2 tablespoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- Half a cup of (reduced-fat) shredded cheddar cheese
- One cup of freshly chopped spinach
- Half a cup of chopped yellow or red bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped red onions & 1/2 cup sliced zucchini
- Half a cup of sliced mushrooms
- Olive oil spray/cooking spray
- Half a teaspoon of onion powder
INGREDIENT NOTES:
Eggs:
- Eggs are a source of protein & volume. You may change 2 eggs into ½ cup of eggs whites to reduce points.
Milk:
- Dairy-free unsweetened almond milk has few calories. Skim milk is equally a good option.
Cheese:
- To make the recipe light, serve the casserole with reduced-fat cheddar. Swiss also serves/mozzarella.
Vegetables:
- This is flavored with spinach, bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms & red onion. You can use frozen in which case simply thaw & drain.
Seasonings:
- Garlic powder, onion powder, salt & pepper contribute to the hint of the savoury flavour. Get used to your preferences.
Spray:
- The spray of light oil has an attribute to prevent sticking but not points. Use olive oil/spray/ canola.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Turn the oven on to 375°F, or 190°C. Apply cooking spray to your baking dish.
- Whisk the eggs, onion powder, salt, pepper, milk, & garlic powder in a bowl.
- Add all chopped veggies & cheese. Mix well to incorporate.
- Evenly pour the mixture into the baking dish that has been prepared.
- Now bake it for all most forty minutes till the top is completely golden & the middle is set.
- Give it rest to cool down it and then make slicing
- Serve heated, cut into 6 equal pieces.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATOR:
- Keep excess food in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days in a zip-bag that is airtight sealed. Heat up again before providing in the oven.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze individual pieces for up to a month after wrapping them. Refrigerate overnight to thaw, then reheat before consumption.
FAQS:
Can I make this dairy free?
- Sure, just get dairy free cheese/leave cheese out.
What when I want to make this to more persons?
- Recipe can be doubled and 9×13-inch baking dish can be used. Bake a little more until firm.
Can I use egg whites only?
- Of course, replace every whole egg with 1/4 cup of egg whites.
Is it a good recipe to make in advance?
- Absolutely. Plaster it the evening prior or freeze some of it to have it later.
Can I use frozen vegetable?
- Yes, but you have to thaw and drain them so that they do not have so much water.
NUTRITION:
Calories: 130
Total Fat: six (6)g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Calories: 130
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 12g
Sodium: 270mg
Potassium: 300mg
Calcium: 110mg
Iron: 1.2mg
Each dish of Weight Watchers Baked Vegetable and Egg Casserole is thought to contain two to three SmartPoints.