Lightened Up Southern Corn Casserole
A deliciously easy lighter healthier version of Paul Deen's Corn casserole from her son Bobby that's lower in fat and calories and Weight Watchers friendly
Servings: 8
Calories: 209
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 package (8.5 ounces) cornbread muffin mix (such as Jiffy)
- 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (14 to 15 ounces) creamed corn
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, applesauce, and egg until well blended. Stir in the corn muffin mix, creamed corn and corn kernels until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Divide into 8 even portions and serve.
Recipe Notes
Possible tasty additions:
- Shredded low fat cheese such as cheddar, jack or pepper jack
- Chopped green onion
- Chopped bell pepper
- Chopped jalapeno pepper
- Chopped cooked bacon
- hot sauce
Nutrition Facts
Lightened Up Southern Corn Casserole
Amount Per Serving (1 /8th recipe)
Calories 209
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 2g8%
Protein 7g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.