Description
This healthy fitness casserole with broccoli and ground meat is packed with protein, low in carbs, and full of flavor. Easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and ideal for a nutritious dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground meat (chicken, turkey, beef, or pork)
- 3 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets (thawed and drained if frozen)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or preferred type)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Optional: ½ tsp red pepper flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Cut fresh broccoli into small florets. If using frozen, thaw and drain excess moisture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add ground meat, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully done.
- Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Stir and remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese), and half of the shredded cheese.
- Spread cooked meat evenly in the baking dish, layer broccoli on top, and pour egg mixture over everything.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Low-fat option: Use lean turkey/chicken and low-fat dairy.
- Vegetarian: Substitute meat with tofu or plant-based crumbles.
- Extra veggies: Add bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Spicy version: Mix in cayenne or chili flakes.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days; freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: healthy, low carb
Keywords: fitness casserole, ground meat recipe, healthy casserole, low-carb meal, high-protein dinner