10 Weight Loss Dinner Casseroles in Three Steps or Less
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
Just because you're trying to lose weight doesn't mean you have to put up with that never-ending gnawing feeling in the pit of your stomach. You can—and should—eat enough to satisfy your hunger. Enter these comforting, nutritious, satisfying casseroles!
Whether you're trying to lose weight or are just looking for delicious, cozy dishes, these low-calorie, high-fiber dinner casseroles fit the bill. And just as good, they come together in three steps or less, so they're easy to prepare and save you time in the kitchen.
Recipes like our Cheesy Marinara Beans and Salmon Noodle Casserole are healthy, delicious and simple options that can help you meet your nutritional goals.
Cheesy Meatball Casserole
This cheesy meatball casserole is a family favorite, with basil adding flavor to the meatballs and grated onion adding moisture. Melted mozzarella cheese tames the spice, but feel free to cut back or eliminate the crushed red pepper if you prefer a milder dish.
Salmon Noodle Casserole
This salmon noodle casserole is filled with creamy pasta, chunks of salmon and plenty of vegetables for a well-rounded meal. Dijon mustard flavors the dish, complementing the salmon and asparagus.
Cheesy Marinara Beans
This ooey-gooey dish has baked pasta vibes but features protein-packed beans instead of noodles. Look for dried corona beans, a larger, creamy white bean, at natural foods stores or online. Cannellini are a good substitute. Serve with a green salad and toasted baguette.
Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole
A cozy, cheesy casserole is classic comfort food. We amped up the nutrition by including plenty of nourishing veggies. Black beans provide powerful plant-based protein while sweet potatoes offer up a healthy dose of vitamin A, an antioxidant important for vision and immunity.
Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Casseroles make perfect meal-prep dinners, and this enchilada version is no exception. The whole casserole can be built and left to hang out in the refrigerator for up to three days—just bake it off on a busy night and you have a healthy, easy dinner on the table in no time. The quick homemade enchilada sauce in this recipe is great when you don't have any of the canned sauce on hand; just season crushed tomatoes with spices and salt for an instant enchilada sauce.
Nacho Cauliflower Casserole
This cauliflower casserole is inspired by nachos and stuffed with tender roasted cauliflower, sweet red pepper and brown rice. Salsa helps bind the ingredients together, along with melted cheese. Crushed tortilla chips on top add crunch.
Sloppy Joe Casserole
Like sloppy Joes? Then you'll love this sloppy Joe casserole recipe. This kid-friendly dinner has the classic sloppy Joe flavors kids love, while parents will like all the veggies that are packed in to make it a healthy meal.
Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole
Think of this vegetarian enchilada casserole as a veggie-packed Mexican-inspired lasagna with corn tortillas standing in for the noodles! If your peppers are mild and you like heat, opt for spicy pico de gallo. This easy vegetarian dinner recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
Creamy Rotisserie-Chicken Noodle Casserole
This creamy chicken noodle casserole recipe is inspired by our popular Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup with Rotisserie Chicken by Karen Rankin. We use store-bought rotisserie chicken to cut down on cooking time. This casserole is cozy and delicious.
Shrimp and Cauliflower Bake
This quick and easy seafood casserole gets bright flavor from fresh dill and feta cheese. If you're looking for a simple, light dish, this is it! Add a green salad and a crusty slice of bread to round this meal out.
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