Heart-Healthy Parmesan Broccoli
Elevate your veggie game with this simple yet flavorful Heart-Healthy Parmesan Broccoli recipe! Bursting with fresh, wholesome goodness, this dish combines tender roasted broccoli florets with a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic, topped with golden, melted Parmesan cheese for a savory finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick-to-make side dish comes together in just 20 minutes and strikes the ideal balance between nutritious and delicious. Low in sodium and packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and heart-smart fats, it’s a great addition to any health-conscious meal plan. Serve as a standalone side or pair with grilled proteins for a complete, nourishing dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and pat dry the broccoli, then cut it into bite-sized florets.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic (minced), salt, and black pepper.
Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss them well to ensure they are evenly coated with the mixture.
Spread the coated broccoli florets in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and slightly crispy on the edges.
Remove the broccoli from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the Parmesan is melted and golden.
Serve warm as a nutritious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1130 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*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.
