Creamed Corn

This Creamed Corn recipe elevates a classic American side dish with high protein ingredients, making it both delicious and nutritious. Perfectly creamy and subtly sweet, it pairs beautifully with any main course.

Ingredients

• Fresh corn kernels - 2 cups
• Greek yogurt - 1/2 cup
• Milk - 1/4 cup
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 1/4 cup
• Chives, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the fresh corn kernels and sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Stir in the Greek yogurt and milk, mixing until well combined.
4. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, and stir until the mixture is heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh corn.

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