Creamed Broccoli with Parmesan

Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Creamed Broccoli with Parmesan
30 min.
4
268kcal

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If you're looking for a delectable side dish that’s both comforting and elegant, look no further than this Creamed Broccoli with Parmesan. This gluten-free dish brings a delightful twist to the classic green vegetable, enveloping tender broccoli in a rich and creamy sauce that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With just 30 minutes of preparation, it’s the perfect addition to your weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.

The key to this dish lies in the simple yet flavorful combination of heavy cream, garlic, nutmeg, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. As the cream simmers, its flavors deepen, creating an irresistible base that beautifully complements the earthiness of the broccoli. The hint of lemon juice brightens the dish, lifting the flavors to new heights, while nutmeg adds a subtle warmth that ties everything together.

This recipe not only tastes fantastic but also boasts impressive nutritional value, delivering a satisfying dish at just 268 calories per serving. Whether you’re serving it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian feast, this Creamed Broccoli with Parmesan is sure to steal the show and become a trusted favorite in your culinary repertoire. So grab your saucepan and potato masher, and let’s elevate broccoli to a whole new level!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 pounds broccoli 
  •  garlic cloves peeled smashed
  • cup heavy cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg grated
  • tablespoons parmesan grated

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • potato masher
  • colander

Directions

  1. Peel broccoli stems, then coarsely chop stems and florets. Cook broccoli in boiling salted water (1 1/2 teaspoons salt for 4 quarts water) until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
  2. Drain in a colander and run under cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Simmer cream, garlic, nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a medium saucepan, uncovered, until slightly thickened and reduced to about 2/3 cup, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add broccoli and simmer, mashing with a potato masher, until coarsely mashed and heated through, about 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in parmesan and lemon juice.
  6. Broccoli can be boiled 1 day ahead and chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein10.08%
Fat73.21%
Carbs16.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.75
Glycemic Load
2.03
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.32652167652%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.13mg
Kaempferol
11.12mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
4.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:268.22kcal
13.41%
Fat:23.03g
35.43%
Saturated Fat:14.5g
90.6%
Carbohydrates:11.82g
3.94%
Net Carbohydrates:8.08g
2.94%
Sugar:4.24g
4.71%
Cholesterol:69.79mg
23.26%
Sodium:123.2mg
5.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.13g
14.27%
Vitamin C:127.51mg
154.56%
Vitamin K:146.58µg
139.6%
Vitamin A:1787.33IU
35.75%
Folate:92.21µg
23.05%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.17%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.39%
Phosphorus:156.7mg
15.67%
Calcium:153.27mg
15.33%
Fiber:3.74g
14.98%
Potassium:514.99mg
14.71%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.57%
Vitamin E:1.66mg
11.09%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.91%
Selenium:6.39µg
9.13%
Magnesium:36.22mg
9.06%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.84%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.47%
Iron:1.15mg
6.42%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.65%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.83%
Copper:0.08mg
4.15%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.34%
Source:Epicurious