Low Fat Ham and Cheese Strata

Start your day with a protein-packed and flavorful Low Fat Ham and Cheese Strata, a lightened-up twist on a classic comfort dish. This make-ahead breakfast casserole layers hearty whole-grain bread, tender cooked ham, and gooey reduced-fat cheddar cheese, all soaked in a creamy, savory egg mixture enriched with Dijon mustard and aromatic spices. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a guilt-free delight that boasts a perfectly fluffy texture and is low in fat without skimping on taste. Ready in just one hour and serving six, this dish is perfect for a weekend brunch or meal prep for busy mornings. With keywords like "low fat breakfast casserole" and "ham and cheese strata recipe," this easy-to-make dish appeals to health-conscious foodies looking for satisfying, wholesome meal ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices whole-grain bread
• 1 cup cooked ham
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 large eggs
• 4 large egg whites
• 2 cups non-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 as needed cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the whole-grain bread slices into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Sprinkle the cooked ham and shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese evenly on top of the bread cubes.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, non-fat milk, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ham, and cheese in the dish, ensuring that all the bread cubes are soaked in the liquid.

Step 6

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid mixture.

Step 7

Bake the strata in the preheated oven for 30 minutes while still covered with foil.

Step 8

After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are fully set.

Step 9

Remove the strata from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your Low Fat Ham and Cheese Strata as a satisfying and protein-packed breakfast or brunch dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1361.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1660.2

Total Fat 63.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 956.9mg	0%
Sodium 6715.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 157.7g	0%

Vitamin D 388.0IU	0%
Calcium 1626.0mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 2432.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 37.3%

Carbs: 29.2%