Mouth-Healthy Recipe: Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole

Classic green bean casserole doesn’t have to be heavy to be delicious. This healthier version uses fresh green beans and a lighter mushroom sauce, giving you all the comfort with fewer calories. Plus, by using Greek yogurt instead of cream, you’re adding protein and probiotics for a boost to your gut health.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup whole-grain breadcrumbs (optional)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 3–4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add mushrooms and cook until soft.
  5. Stir in Greek yogurt, vegetable broth, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  6. Combine sauce with green beans and pour into a baking dish.
  7. Top with breadcrumbs if using.
  8. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Marlene Palacios
Marlene is a Social Media Specialist at Delta Dental of Arizona, where she combines creativity and strategy to bring engaging content to life. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and a Master of Arts in Communication from Arizona State University. Outside of work, Marlene enjoys spending quality time with her nephews and exploring new restaurants as a self-proclaimed foodie. She's always keeping an eye on the latest social media trends, with TikTok being her favorite platform for inspiration and creative storytelling.