Smashed Broccoli
Crispy, cheesy smashed broccoli made with simple ingredients. This easy oven-baked side dish is perfect for busy weeknights and budget-friendly meals.
Servings: 3
Cost: $2.78, $0.70 per Servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups Broccoli Florets
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese hand shredded is best
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss 3 cups broccoli florets in a large mixing bowl with 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper and ½ teaspoon Salt until well coated.
- Spread the broccoli into a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until the broccoli is fork tender.
- Smash each of the broccoli florets with a heavy flat bottom jar.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded parmesan cheese evenly over the broccoli.
- Bake for 5-8 minutes until the cheese has melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 698IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 1mg
