Parmesan broccoli

Gluten Free
Health score
16%
Parmesan broccoli
15 min.
6
114kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that’s both healthy and bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Parmesan Broccoli! This dish is not only simple to prepare but also features the goodness of fresh broccoli, making it the perfect addition to any meal. With only a handful of ingredients, you can have a stunningly vibrant and cheesy vegetable side that complements a variety of main courses.

The combination of tender broccoli florets sautéed in rich, melted butter and dusted with generous amounts of Parmesan cheese creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it's gluten-free, so it's a wonderful option for those with dietary restrictions. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this side that is not only pleasing to the eye but also to the palate—a surefire way to elevate your dining experience.

With 114 calories per serving, this dish allows you to indulge without guilt. You'll appreciate how the creamy Parmesan enhances the natural flavors of the broccoli, while the quick cooking method ensures that the vibrant green color and crispy texture are retained. Whether you're serving it at a holiday gathering or simply for a weeknight dinner, this Parmesan Broccoli is bound to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

  • 900 broccoli divided trimmed
  • 25 butter 
  • 50 parmesan grated (or vegetarian alternative)

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Drop the broccoli florets into a pan of boiling salted water. Bring back to the boil, cook for 3-5 mins until tender, then drain.
  2. Melt the butter in a large frying pan and, once sizzling, add the broccoli. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle in as much of the parmesan as you want to use. Gently stir the florets in the cheese and butter. Scatter on a little more grated parmesan to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories114kcal
Protein23.24%
Fat43.94%
Carbs32.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.17
Glycemic Load
2.01
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.006956516401%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.2mg
Kaempferol
11.76mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
4.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:113.54kcal
5.68%
Fat:6.09g
9.36%
Saturated Fat:3.68g
23%
Carbohydrates:10.23g
3.41%
Net Carbohydrates:6.33g
2.3%
Sugar:2.62g
2.91%
Cholesterol:14.63mg
4.88%
Sodium:209.79mg
9.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.24g
14.49%
Vitamin C:133.8mg
162.18%
Vitamin K:153.43µg
146.13%
Folate:95.21µg
23.8%
Vitamin A:1103.71IU
22.07%
Calcium:170.17mg
17.02%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.83%
Phosphorus:157.83mg
15.78%
Fiber:3.9g
15.6%
Potassium:482.67mg
13.79%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.51%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.03%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
9.02%
Magnesium:35.25mg
8.81%
Vitamin E:1.28mg
8.57%
Selenium:5.67µg
8.1%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.33%
Iron:1.16mg
6.47%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.65%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.91%
Copper:0.08mg
3.81%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.78%