Description
A delightful fusion of flavors and textures that transforms ordinary broccoli into a gourmet side dish with a crispy Parmesan crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
- Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the bottom of the baking dish.
- Press the coated broccoli florets into the cheese, ensuring they are well nested.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and the cheese is crispy and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the baking dish and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg