Low Carb Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in a creamy, flavorful side dish with this **Low Carb Broccoli with Cheese Sauce** recipe! Perfectly tender-crisp broccoli florets are smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese for a decadent yet keto-friendly option. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish boasts minimal prep time and maximum flavor, with the subtle nuttiness of Parmesan and a hint of garlic taking every bite to the next level. Whether you're looking for a quick, wholesome side for weeknight dinners or a comforting addition to your holiday table, this recipe delivers on taste while aligning with low-carb and keto diets. Serve it fresh and hot for a surefire crowd pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the broccoli. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately drain and plunge them into an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Reduce the heat to low, and gradually whisk in the shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the seasonings to taste.
Add the drained broccoli florets to the cheese sauce, gently stirring to coat the broccoli evenly with the sauce.
Serve the broccoli with cheese sauce hot as a delectable low-carb side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.5 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.5 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 579 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 3308 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1877 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% | |
*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.
