Low Calorie High Protein Mac and Cheese
A healthier twist on the classic mac and cheese, blending whole wheat macaroni with creamy cauliflower and low-fat dairy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat macaroni
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or low-fat milk
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Steam the cauliflower florets until tender.
- Blend the steamed cauliflower, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and almond milk until smooth.
- Mix the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave with a splash of almond milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 15mg