Broccoli with Sour Cream Sauce
Transform your vegetable side dish into a showstopper with this delectable recipe for Broccoli with Sour Cream Sauce. Featuring vibrant steamed broccoli cloaked in a creamy, flavorful sauce made from butter, milk, sour cream, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, this dish is a perfect balance of rich indulgence and wholesome comfort. Seasoned with aromatic garlic and onion powders and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ready in under 25 minutes and perfect for a family dinner or holiday spread, this versatile side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, pasta, or a simple grain bowl. Healthy, satisfying, and packed with flavor, it’s a must-try for broccoli lovers and picky eaters alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 240 milliliters milk
- 120 grams sour cream
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and rinse under cold water.
In a large pot, add 2-3 inches of water and place a steamer basket inside. Bring the water to a boil.
Add the broccoli to the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes or until tender but still bright green. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Do not let it brown.
Slowly pour the milk into the saucepan while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until fully combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Arrange the steamed broccoli on a serving plate or bowl. Drizzle the sour cream sauce over the broccoli, ensuring even coverage.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 2806 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1057 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.
