Weight Watchers Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this irresistibly creamy Weight Watchers Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, a guilt-free indulgence perfect for any meal. Fresh, vibrant broccoli florets are steamed to tender perfection and paired with a silky homemade cheese sauce crafted from reduced-fat cheddar, fat-free milk, and a touch of ground mustard for a subtle tangy kick. This easy-to-make recipe is a deliciously healthy way to satisfy cheesy cravings while staying on track with your goals. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-calorie, high-flavor dish is ideal for family dinners, meal prepping, or even as a crowd-pleasing holiday side. Serve it warm and watch this classic veggie dish take center stage!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fat-free milk
- 3 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground mustard powder
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Steam the broccoli florets by placing them in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually add the fat-free milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook the mixture over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until it begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the salt, ground black pepper, and mustard powder to the cheese sauce. Mix well to combine.
If the sauce is too thick, stir in the 0.25 cup of water a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Arrange the steamed broccoli on a serving platter and drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Weight Watchers Broccoli with Cheese Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1346 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1113 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*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.
