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The Best Smashed Broccoli

Annie
This is the BEST Smashed Broccoli recipe if you love a crispy bite! Tender broccoli is covered in garlic butter and parmesan, then roasted until perfectly crunchy.
4.77 from 17 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Keto
Servings 4 servings
Calories 124 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup good quality shredded parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Steam the broccoli for 3-4 minutes in a microwave-safe bag or in a steam basket over boiling water. The broccoli needs to be "al dente," soft enough to smash but not mushy.
  • Pat the broccoli dry with a dish towel and place on a large baking sheet.
  • Use a heavy bottom glass to smash the broccoli flat.
  • Combine the melted butter, garlic, garlic salt, and black pepper. Brush the smashed broccoli with the mixture and top with the parmesan.
  • Roast the broccoli 18-20 minutes until crispy.

Notes

Remember, the cooking time will vary based on how large your broccoli florets are and how much you smash them.
 
Net carbs are 4.5 g per serving

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of recipeCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 6.8gProtein: 6.4gFat: 8.8gCholesterol: 22.5mgSodium: 348.8mgFiber: 2.3gSugar: 1.6g
Keyword broccoli recipe, keto sides, low-carb sides
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