Healthy Recipes Healthy Regional Recipes Healthy Mediterranean Recipes 17 High-Fiber Mediterranean Diet Casserole Recipes By Sadie Schulte Sadie Schulte Sadie Schulte is EatingWell's editorial apprentice. She attends Iowa State University, where she is a senior studying advertising and fashion communications. During her time at college, she has worked as a reporter at the campus newspaper, the Iowa State Daily, where she writes about culture and lifestyle. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 5, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley These delicious casserole recipes can help you incorporate more healthy fats, legumes, spices, vegetables and whole grains in your dinners. Plus, they boast at least 6 grams of fiber per serving to support healthy digestion, promote heart health and help you feel more satisfied. This helps them fit nicely into the Mediterranean diet, one of the healthiest and easiest to follow eating patterns around. From cozy bakes like our Lemony Salmon Orzo Casserole to hearty options like our Cheesy Sweet Potato Black Bean Casserole, these tasty meals are sure to become staples in your kitchen. 01 of 16 Anti-Inflammatory Lemony Salmon & Orzo Casserole Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley This lemony salmon and orzo casserole is a one-dish dinner that's packed with omega-3 fatty acids—a polyunsaturated fat in salmon that can help tame inflammation and may even help lower blood pressure. Here, omega-3-rich salmon sits on top of an orzo mixture that bakes in the oven, instead of boiling on the stovetop, absorbing all the bright and lemony flavors while it cooks. View Recipe 02 of 16 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 03 of 16 Chicken Parmesan Casserole We took the best parts of chicken Parmesan—ooey-gooey cheese, crispy breadcrumbs and plenty of tomato sauce—and spun them into an easy family-friendly casserole. View Recipe 04 of 16 Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole Ali Redmond 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 the sweet potatoes offer up a healthy dose of vitamin A, an antioxidant important for vision and immunity. View Recipe 05 of 16 Cheesy Black Bean & Quinoa Skillet Casserole Rachel Marek This Southwestern-inspired one-skillet casserole is stuffed with quinoa and plenty of fresh vegetables. Sharp Cheddar cheese flavors the filling and adds a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese on top. View Recipe 06 of 16 Salmon Noodle Casserole Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Charlie Worthington 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. View Recipe 07 of 16 Easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole Katie Webster 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. View Recipe 08 of 16 Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Roasted Red Pepper Casserole Sara Haas This healthy vegetarian casserole is a standout on any table. Crushed red pepper provides a little kick to this creamy main dish. We love the ease of jarred roasted red peppers, but if you have time, feel free to roast them yourself. View Recipe 09 of 16 Eggplant & Chickpea Baked Pasta Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn / Audrey Davis Turn leftover Eggplant & Chickpea Stew into a comforting vegetarian baked-pasta dish. We love the taste of mint with the other Mediterranean-inspired flavors, but you can use parsley or basil if you prefer. View Recipe 10 of 16 Shrimp and Cauliflower Bake This quick and easy seafood casserole gets bright flavor from fresh dill and feta cheese. View Recipe 11 of 16 Nacho Cauliflower Casserole Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle 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. Serve with the suggested garnishes, or add your own favorite toppings to complete the dish. View Recipe 12 of 16 Vegetarian Shepherd's Pies These mini vegetarian shepherd's pies feature lentils, carrot and corn, crowned with a velvety mashed potato topping. The recipe can also be made in a broiler-safe casserole dish. Serve with a spinach salad with oranges, walnuts and red-wine vinaigrette. View Recipe 13 of 16 Chicken, Peppers & Pasta Casserole You can assemble this healthy chicken casserole before you leave for a party and pop it in the oven at the host's house. Or bake it at home and bring it along--it's delicious at room temperature too. View Recipe 14 of 16 Eggplant Tortilla Casserole This layered casserole is inspired by classic cheese enchiladas, minus the fuss of rolling and stuffing individual tortillas. You'd never guess that within this comforting casserole hides a layer of thinly sliced eggplant. The thin slices become tender when roasted and add a subtle savory note. View Recipe 15 of 16 Vegetarian Quinoa & Squash Casserole An aromatic mixture of garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, allspice and cayenne flavors this vegetarian quinoa and squash casserole recipe. Frozen squash is a super-easy topping. View Recipe 16 of 16 Tuna Casserole with Orzo, Eggplant & Feta Tuna casserole is a timeless comfort-food recipe; this one incorporates eggplant, artichoke hearts, oregano, olives and feta cheese for a Greek-inspired flair. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit