Description
A lighter corn casserole made with fat-free Greek yogurt, corn muffin mix, and egg whites for a creamy, lower-fat side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8.5 oz (approximately 241 g) corn muffin mix
- 15 oz (425 g) can sweet yellow corn, drained
- 14.75 oz (418 g) can sweet corn cream style
- 16 oz (454 g) fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup (56 g) melted light butter
- 1/2 cup (approximately 120 g) egg whites
- Cooking spray, as needed for greasing
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Preheating ensures even cooking for your casserole.
- Step 2: Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all ingredients: corn muffin mix, drained sweet yellow corn, cream-style corn, fat-free Greek yogurt, melted light butter, and egg whites. Stir together with a spoon or spatula. The mixture will be fluffy; this is expected and indicates proper mixing.
- Step 3: Pour and Bake: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes. Watch for the edges turning golden brown and the center becoming slightly firm. Insert a toothpick into the center to check doneness; it should come out clean.
- Step 4: Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting. Cooling helps the casserole set and hold its shape when serving.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Room Temperature: Store the casserole in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain moisture and texture.
- Storage Tips: Refrigeration: Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Storage Tips: Freezing: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Expert Tips: If the casserole seems dry after baking, gently stir in 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes to add moisture.
- Expert Tips: If the casserole rises excessively during baking, gently press down with a spatula about 30 minutes into baking to maintain its structure.
- Expert Tips: For added creaminess, consider mixing in an extra 8 oz of fat-free Greek yogurt halfway through baking.
- Expert Tips: If the top begins to brown too quickly, tent the casserole with aluminum foil for the last 10-15 minutes to prevent overcooking.
- Expert Tips: Use a toothpick inserted into the center to check doneness; it should come out clean after 55-60 minutes of baking.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve this casserole alongside roasted Brussels sprouts or seasoned green beans.
- Serving Suggestions: It pairs well with a fresh spinach salad or simple coleslaw.
- Serving Suggestions: Try topping it with fresh cilantro, crumbled feta cheese, or avocado slices for additional flavor. A drizzle of hot sauce or balsamic glaze complements the dish too.
- Serving Suggestions: This casserole can also be used as a filling for savory stuffed peppers, as a corn casserole dip, or incorporated into a breakfast burrito spread.
- Recipe Variations: For a dairy-free option, substitute fat-free Greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt alternative, keeping the same measure.
- Recipe Variations: Use fresh frozen sweet corn instead of canned for a firmer texture; thaw and drain thoroughly before mixing.
- Recipe Variations: To increase protein, add shredded sharp cheddar cheese (quantity to taste) when mixing ingredients before baking.
- Recipe Variations: Egg whites can be swapped with two whole eggs for a richer texture if preferred.
- Ingredient Notes: Fat-free Greek yogurt is essential for creaminess without added fat; use thick, whole milk Greek yogurt for best results.
- Ingredient Notes: Choose corn muffin mix that is not heavily sweetened to balance flavors.
- Ingredient Notes: Drained canned corn adds sweetness and texture but fresh or frozen corn may be substituted if preferred.
- Ingredient Notes: Melt light butter before mixing to incorporate smoothly and enhance richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg