Low Sodium Cheesy Vegetable Medley
Elevate your vegetable game with this flavorful and healthy Low Sodium Cheesy Vegetable Medley! Packed with nutrient-rich broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots, this dish combines tender-crisp vegetables with a luscious, homemade cheese sauce that's creamy, yet light. Made with low-sodium broth, unsalted butter, and reduced-fat milk, this recipe is perfect for those watching their salt intake while still craving indulgence. Seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of paprika, it delivers layers of savory goodness without any compromise. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and ideal for a crowd, this satisfying side dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken or can stand alone as a vegetarian delight. Perfect for a wholesome family dinner, discover how healthy comfort food can taste better than ever!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1 cup Carrots, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 cup Low-sodium shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Begin by steaming the broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 2 minutes to form a roux.
Slowly add the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth to the saucepan, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Gradually add the low-fat milk while continuing to whisk until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-sodium shredded cheddar cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the steamed vegetables to the cheese sauce and gently fold until all the vegetables are well-coated.
Transfer the cheesy vegetable medley to a serving dish and serve immediately for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.4 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.1 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 201 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 752 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1344 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1624 mg | 35% | |
*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.
