Healthy Whole Grain Stuffing
Savory whole grain stuffing with celery, herbs, and a fraction of the butter. 180 calories per serving - lighter but still comforting.
Healthy Whole Grain Stuffing has 180 calories per serving, with 6g protein, 28g carbs, 5g fat, and 5g fiber. Prep 20 min, cook 40 min.
Nutrition per serving
8 serving(s)
180
Calories
6g
Protein
12% DV
28g
Carbs
10% DV
5g
Fat
6% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 180 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Servings
8
Est. Cost
$5.00
Healthy Whole Grain Stuffing
Stuffing is the soul of Thanksgiving, but the traditional loaf-based version loaded with a stick of butter can run 350+ calories a scoop. This lighter take uses toasted whole grain bread for fiber, plenty of celery and onion for volume, and a fraction of the fat - olive oil plus broth - to keep it moist. At 180 calories it still tastes like the holiday classic.
Ingredients
- 8 cups whole grain bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 10 oz)
- 2 cups celery, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet.
- Toast the bread 15-20 minutes until dry and lightly golden, stirring once; increase oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and saute the onion and celery 6-8 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the sage and thyme and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine the toasted bread and vegetables in a large bowl; whisk the broth, egg, salt, and pepper together and pour over, tossing to coat evenly.
- Transfer to a greased 9x13 baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake 25 minutes covered, then uncover and bake 15 minutes more until the top is crisp and golden.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 6g |
| Carbs | 28g |
| Fat | 5g |
| Fiber | 5g |
Tips
- Cube and toast the bread a day ahead and store in a bag at room temperature.
- For a vegan version, omit the egg and add 2 extra tablespoons of broth.
- Serve with roast turkey breast and green bean casserole for a complete holiday spread.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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