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July 23, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan

5-Ingredient or Less· Appetizer/Snacks· Egg-Free· Gluten-Free· Keto· Nut-Free· Recipe· Sides· Soy-Free· Vegetarian

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Charred broccoli is the best broccoli! This Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan will please even the broccoli haters in your family!

Keto Broccoli with Parmesan

This Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan is such a great keto-friendly side dish! When I was a little kid I had no problem eating my vegetables, as long as those vegetables were broccoli, and as long as that broccoli was smothered, or to use the terminology of waffle house, covered, with cheese.

Well, this recipe is sorta like the big brother of the steamed broccoli with cheddar sauce you can buy in the frozen section.  The char adds a smokiness to the broccoli, and it tastes so good it won’t be easy to go back to the steamed version.  You can easily change this side dish up by sprinkling a different type of cheese over top to pair best with whatever meal you’re serving it with.

I already mentioned my love of broccoli as a child, but I also have always had a soft spot for burnt foods, weird I know.  Growing up I would burn the microwave popcorn on purpose, and even now I cook bacon until it’s extra crispy, so this recipe is obviously one of my personal favorite side dishes.

Not only is this dish super delicious, but it’s also super nutritious.  Broccoli is extraordinarily nutrient-dense.

Check out more of broccoli’s multitude of health benefits and other fun links below:

  • Dr. Axe – Broccoli Nutrition
  • Mental Floss – Broccoli Coffee is Here
  • Diet and I – The Broccoli Diet

Let’s chat about how to make the best Keto broccoli!

How to make Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan

Just two simple steps!

  1. Preheat oven to 475°. Cut the broccoli into small florets* and add the broccoli to the cast iron skillet along with the avocado oil, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine then transfer to the oven.
  2. Bake for 20 minutes, toss then bake another 5-10 just until the broccoli starts to char. Top with parmesan and serve.

You can also take the easy route here and purchase broccoli florets instead of an entire head of broccoli to save you time chopping.

We don’t recommend using frozen broccoli for this recipe as it has too much water and will not get as crispy as fresh broccoli will.

Is Broccoli Keto? How many carbs are in broccoli?

Yes, broccoli is Keto! Broccoli contains 5 grams of total carbs and 2 grams of fiber so it comes to 3 grams of net carbs per 100-gram serving.

Can I use a different cheese other than parmesan cheese?

You can! Cheddar cheese is delicious. You could also do a loaded style keto broccoli with sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives. YUM!

You could also make a clean low-carb cheese sauce using cream cheese and cheddar cheese.

Why do broccoli and cheese taste so good together?!

Can I serve this dairy-free?

Yes! You can completely leave out the cheese. Maybe add in some additional spiced with garlic powder or minced garlic for a bit more flavor.

Looking for more Keto side dishes? Check these out!

  • Garlic Butter Mushrooms
  • Keto Creamed Spinach
  • Keto Street Style Cauliflower
  • Charred Cabbage Salad
Keto Broccoli with Parmesan

Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan

Charred broccoli is the best broccoli! This Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan will please even the broccoli haters in your family!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli and cheese, keto side dish
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 107kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 large head broccoli cut into florets
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons shaved parmesan

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 475°. Cut the broccoli into small florets and add the broccoli to the cast iron skillet along with the avocado oil, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine then transfer to the oven.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, toss then bake another 5-10 just until the broccoli starts to char. Top with parmesan and serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Charred Keto Broccoli with Parmesan
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 235mg10%
Potassium 159mg5%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 278IU6%
Vitamin C 47mg57%
Calcium 44mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
*

Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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