Low Sodium Broccoli Gratin
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Low Sodium Broccoli Gratin, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food! This recipe combines tender-crisp broccoli florets with a velvety Parmesan cheese sauce made from low-sodium vegetable broth and milk, ensuring all the flavor without the extra salt. A crunchy topping of golden panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and fresh parsley finishes the dish, adding the perfect contrast in texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this wholesome gratin makes a deliciously satisfying side dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you're looking for a heart-healthy option or simply love wholesome vegetables baked to perfection, this guilt-free broccoli gratin is sure to be a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with olive oil or unsalted butter.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
Slowly whisk in the low-sodium vegetable broth and milk. Keep whisking until the mixture is smooth and thickens to a sauce-like consistency, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic powder, ground black pepper, and nutmeg. Remove from heat and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and integrated.
Place the cooked broccoli florets into the prepared baking dish and pour the cheese sauce over the top, making sure to coat all the broccoli.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and chopped parsley. Mix well and sprinkle this topping evenly over the broccoli and cheese sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.
Allow the gratin to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low sodium broccoli gratin as a tasty and healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 77.8 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2328 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 72.0 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 1827 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*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.
