Healthy Recipes Main Dishes Healthy Casserole Recipes 13 Casserole Recipes with 5 Ingredients or Less By Dillon Evans Dillon Evans Dillon Evans fell in love with cooking at a very young age. He remembers the novel experiences of microwaving a bowl of oatmeal without his parents' permission and asking to make his mother's morning pot of coffee. These moments became catalysts for his interest in cooking and baking. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on October 25, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Jason Donnelly If you’re looking for a flavorful dinner side or an easy breakfast bake, you’ve found the right set of recipes. From veggie-packed dishes topped with bacon and cheese to eggs baked in tomatoes and peppers, these casseroles are delicious and unbelievably simple. Using just five ingredients or less (not counting pantry items like salt, pepper and oil), you can have healthy, mouthwatering recipes like our Zucchini Gratin or Loaded Broccoli Casserole on the table in no time. 01 of 13 Loaded Cauliflower Casserole You'll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone actually want to eat their vegetables. View Recipe 02 of 13 Zucchini Gratin This delicious zucchini gratin recipe has a delectable crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping and is made without any butter or cream, allowing the fresh zucchini flavor to shine. Slice the zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking. View Recipe 03 of 13 Loaded Broccoli Casserole Jason Donnelly We take the traditional loaded baked potato toppings—bacon, Cheddar cheese and sour cream—and toss them with roasted broccoli instead. The result is a cheesy side dish that will have everyone rushing to eat their vegetables. View Recipe 04 of 13 Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don't forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping. View Recipe 05 of 13 Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis We take all the classic toppings of a loaded potato—bacon, Cheddar and sour cream—and use them in this cheesy sweet potato casserole that everyone will love. View Recipe 06 of 13 Slow-Cooker Corn Casserole With just five ingredients, you can make this healthy corn casserole with ease. The tang of the cream cheese and sour cream balances the sweetness of the corn. Frozen corn can vary in sweetness, so taste the brand you're using to determine if the optional sugar is needed. This creamy corn casserole makes the perfect veggie side for any meal. View Recipe 07 of 13 Sweet Pepper Hash Brown Baked Eggs This hash brown and egg dish with sweet green pepper rings is easy to create and perfect for brunch or breakfast. View Recipe 08 of 13 Healthy Green Bean Casserole Typical green bean casseroles bathe ingredients in a heavy cream sauce. Our healthy version has fewer calories and fat, thanks to a homemade roux. View Recipe 09 of 13 Zucchini Noodle Pie This vegetable-packed riff on Italian spaghetti pie swaps the traditional spaghetti with zucchini noodles for a classic, cheesy comforting casserole. View Recipe 10 of 13 Tomato Gratin A gratin is any dish topped with cheese or breadcrumbs mixed with butter, then heated until browned--but it needn't be heavy. This one has plenty of garden-fresh tomatoes and herbs, a touch of full-flavored cheese and a crispy crumb topping. View Recipe 11 of 13 Brussels Sprout Gratin A creamy Brussels sprouts casserole is a delightful accompaniment to any holiday meal. Our healthier version skips the heavy cream and butter found in most recipes—saving about 160 calories and 12 grams of saturated fat compared to a traditional version. View Recipe 12 of 13 Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata This frittata is made with cheddar cheese and zucchini and is quick and easy to prepare. With just 115 calories per serving, this is a guilt free meal. View Recipe 13 of 13 Summer Vegetable Tian This pretty vegan layered casserole is so simple to make. Its only seasonings are salt and garlic-infused olive oil, which you make by sizzling a clove of garlic in olive oil for about a minute. This dish is lovely warm or room temperature. Serve with crusty bread as a vegetarian entree or alongside roasted meats as a side dish—don't forget a glass of chilled rosé. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit