Whole30 Cheesy Broccoli
Elevate your veggie game with this Whole30 Cheesy Broccoli recipe, a dairy-free twist on classic comfort food that's as flavorful as it is wholesome. Featuring tender roasted broccoli florets coated in a luscious “cheese” sauce made from creamy coconut cream, nutritional yeast, tahini, and zesty lemon juice, this dish delivers rich, cheesy flavor without stepping outside Whole30 guidelines. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of black pepper, each bite is packed with indulgent savoriness and a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and healthy side dish or snack for plant-based eaters and paleo enthusiasts alike. Serve it warm and garnish with extra nutritional yeast for a pop of cheesy flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup coconut cream
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the broccoli florets evenly on the baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil.
Toss the broccoli to coat them evenly with olive oil, and then spread them back out in a single layer.
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until tender and slightly crispy.
While the broccoli is roasting, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the coconut cream, nutritional yeast, tahini, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together until they are fully combined and the sauce is smooth and warmed through, about 3-5 minutes.
Once the broccoli is done roasting, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a large bowl.
Pour the 'cheese' sauce over the roasted broccoli and toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra nutritional yeast if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 651 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 2680.0 mg | 14889% | |
| Potassium | 562 mg | 12% | |
*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.
