Description
Smashed Broccoli with Parmesan & Lemon is a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that turns fresh broccoli into a culinary delight, perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 large head of fresh broccoli (about 500g)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (30ml)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Prep Your Broccoli
- Wash the broccoli under cool running water. Trim off tough stems and cut florets into smaller pieces.
- 2. Steam It Up
- Fill a pot with about an inch of water and bring it to a gentle boil. Place broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes until tender but still slightly crunchy.
- 3. Smash Time!
- Transfer steamed broccoli to a large bowl. Using a potato masher or fork, gently smash the florets until partially broken apart—aim for a rustic texture.
- 4. Add Flavor
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed broccoli, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and squeeze in lemon juice. Toss everything together with minced garlic, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Final Touches
- For enhanced flavor, roast the smashed broccoli in an oven preheated to 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes until golden brown edges appear.
- 6. Serve It Up!
- Transfer to plates or serve directly from the bowl. Garnish with additional Parmesan shavings or lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg