Here’s a simple and delicious low-calorie vegetable casserole recipe using the ingredients you provided:
Vegetable Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 large broccoli, cut into florets
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- A handful of baby kale
- 1 small onion, diced
- 7 small cloves of garlic, minced
- 12 small tomatoes (cherry or grape tomatoes preferred), halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs like oregano or basil for added flavor
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, baby kale, diced onion, minced garlic, and halved tomatoes.
3. Season the Mixture: Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, and any optional herbs you like. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the vegetable mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
6. Serve: Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your healthy vegetable casserole as a main dish or a side!
For a tasty twist, how about combining the flavors of coriander and white sauce for your casserole? Here’s a fun recipe for Coriander White Sauce:
Coriander White Sauce Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Melt Butter: In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
2. Add Flour: Stir in the all-purpose flour to make a smooth paste (roux). Cook for a couple of minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.
3. Pour in Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
4. Add Coriander: Mix in the chopped fresh coriander (cilantro) to infuse the sauce with its fresh flavor. Stir well to incorporate the coriander.
5. Season: Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
6. Simmer: Let the sauce simmer gently for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Pour Over Casserole: Once your vegetable casserole is ready, pour this fragrant Coriander White Sauce over it before serving. The combination of creamy white sauce with the zing of coriander will elevate your casserole to a whole new level!
Enjoy your delicious casserole with this flavorful Coriander White Sauce!