Lightened Green Bean Casserole Recipe

A healthier twist on the classic Thanksgiving side dish! This recipe swaps out the heavy cream of mushroom soup for a lighter, flavorful sauce, resulting in a guilt-free green bean casserole that's bursting with fresh taste. Perfect for a holiday gathering or any weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 83.8 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 3.0 (4 Reviews)
Lightened Green Bean Casserole

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lightened Green Bean Casserole

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How to Make Lightened Green Bean Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups milk, stirring until smooth and thickened.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and bubbly.
  6. In an 8x8 inch baking dish, arrange 1 (14.5 ounce) can of green beans, drained.
  7. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup dry stuffing mix, 2 tablespoons margarine (melted), and 1 egg white, lightly beaten.
  8. Sprinkle the stuffing mixture evenly over the green beans.
  9. Pour the cheese sauce over the green beans and stuffing mixture.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g