Broccoli and Carrots with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
28%
Broccoli and Carrots with Creamy Parmesan Sauce
20 min.
4
177kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish that will elevate your meal without the hassle? Look no further than our Broccoli and Carrots with Creamy Parmesan Sauce! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free but also packed with vibrant colors and flavors that will impress your family and friends.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make recipe that features tender broccoli and sweet baby-cut carrots, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce made from cream cheese and Parmesan. The combination of these fresh vegetables with the savory sauce creates a perfect balance of taste and texture, making it an ideal accompaniment to any main course.

With only 177 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that allows you to enjoy the goodness of vegetables without compromising on flavor. The addition of fresh chives adds a pop of color and a hint of freshness that ties everything together beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to add a nutritious side to your weeknight meals, this Broccoli and Carrots with Creamy Parmesan Sauce is sure to become a favorite in your household. So grab your saucepan and get ready to delight your taste buds with this scrumptious side dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb broccoli cut into flowerets and stems (2 cups)
  • cups baby carrots 
  • oz cream cheese 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • tablespoon chives fresh chopped

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 inch water to boiling.
  2. Add broccoli and carrots; heat to boiling. Boil 5 to 7 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and keep warm.
  3. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk and butter over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and heated through.
  4. Sprinkle chives over sauce.
  5. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein12.44%
Fat61.98%
Carbs25.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.5
Glycemic Load
1.33
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.657826169677%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.45mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
4.52mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.95kcal
8.85%
Fat:12.67g
19.49%
Saturated Fat:6.21g
38.83%
Carbohydrates:11.76g
3.92%
Net Carbohydrates:8.41g
3.06%
Sugar:5.56g
6.18%
Cholesterol:28.74mg
9.58%
Sodium:283.59mg
12.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.72g
11.44%
Vitamin A:9701IU
194.02%
Vitamin C:52.68mg
63.86%
Vitamin K:66.04µg
62.9%
Calcium:143.5mg
14.35%
Folate:56.11µg
14.03%
Phosphorus:134.36mg
13.44%
Fiber:3.35g
13.4%
Potassium:396.98mg
11.34%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.34%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.77%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.7%
Selenium:6.31µg
9.01%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.85%
Magnesium:24.66mg
6.16%
Iron:1.05mg
5.82%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.23%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.16%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.03%
Copper:0.1mg
4.97%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.82%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.62%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.33%