Keto Broccoli Cheddar and Cream Cheese Casserole
I'll happily admit it: side dishes are often my favorite part of the meal. This KetoBroccoli Casserole is one I make again and again, with tender broccoli coated increamy ranch and cream cheese, then loaded with cheddar and Parmesan. It'scheesy, comforting, and easy enough for a weeknight, but holiday-worthy, too
Servings: 8
Calories: 242.38kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups chopped broccoli about 2 heads
- ⅓ cup chopped onions
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing or any keto-friendly purchased version
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Carefully add the broccoli to the boiling water. Cook for 1 ½ minutes. Drain and immediately add to the bowl of ice water. Drain and transfer to a dry bowl.
- Spray a small skillet with oil and add the onions. Cook for 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer. Transfer to the bowl with the broccoli.
- While the onions are cooking, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and cayenne pepper in your food processor. Process until smooth.
- Add the cream cheese sauce to the bowl with the broccoli, and toss until combined.
- Transfer to a 8 x 8 baking dish. Top with cheese.
- Cook for 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the top is bubbling.
Notes
Make Ahead
This recipe can be make ahead of time. It will keep covered for up to two days in the refrigerator.
Freezing
I like to cook it first, but you can also freeze it uncooked. It will keep for about two months.
Storage
Leftovers should be tightly covered with plastic wrap, or placed in a container with a lid. They will last for about 3 or 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 242.38kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.44g | Protein: 8.53g | Fat: 20.69g | Saturated Fat: 9.82g | Cholesterol: 52.07mg | Sodium: 358.77mg | Potassium: 284.57mg | Fiber: 1.96g | Sugar: 2.71g | Vitamin A: 1000.5IU | Vitamin C: 61.83mg | Calcium: 200.99mg | Iron: 0.79mg