Potato Casserole: When I Want to Treat Myself on a Diet, I Eat a Slice of This for Dinner: Delicious and Only 260 Kcal!…
When you need a delicious and creative dish, this potato casserole is a hit that will satisfy both adults and children alike. The combination of potatoes, cheese, and sour cream creates a creamy and flavorful dish, while the addition of sausages adds a touch of savory richness. You can also personalize this casserole by adding other veggies, herbs, or spices to enhance the flavor and nutritional value.
This casserole is relatively simple to prepare and can be made in advance, making it a great option for family meals or when you have guests over. While the ingredients offer various benefits, it’s important to control portions to manage calorie intake, especially if you’re watching your diet. In general, this dish can be a tasty and nutritious choice, particularly if made with quality ingredients and eaten in moderation.
Ingredients:
- 3 potatoes
- 2 low-fat sausages (chicken or turkey), chopped (optional)
- 6 cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 4 eggs
- 200g sour cream
- 150g light cheese (like low-fat mozzarella)
- 1 bunch of green onions, chopped
- A few glugs of extra virgin olive oil
- Paprika to taste
- Oregano to taste
- Salt to taste
Optional Salad Ingredients:
- 1 avocado, peeled and diced
- 8 cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- A handful of arugula (rocket)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
- Pepper to taste
- Salt to taste
How to make Potato Casserole:
- First, peel the potatoes and cut them into wavy rounds. Place them in a round glass baking dish, season with salt, paprika, oregano, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix well and bake for 25 minutes at 200°C (about 390°F).
- In the meantime, crack the eggs into a bowl, add a pinch of salt, and whisk them. Add the sour cream and mix well until you get a smooth batter.
- Add the chopped green onions and chopped cherry tomatoes to the batter and mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Pour the batter over the baked potatoes in the dish, then top with chopped sausages and grated cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for another 25 minutes at 200°C (about 390°F).
- For the optional salad, place the sliced cucumber in a bowl, add quartered cherry tomatoes, arugula, diced avocado, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix well to dress everything and serve the salad alongside your potato casserole.
Bon Appétit!
