Here’s a delicious Keto Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli recipe:
Ingredients
1. 3 cups broccoli florets
2. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
4. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (keto-friendly)
5. 1/2 cup heavy cream
6. 1 teaspoon dried basil
7. Salt and pepper, to taste
8. Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (for spice)
Instructions
1. Steam broccoli: Fill a pot with 2 inches water, bring to boil, reduce heat. Steam broccoli 3-5 minutes until tender.
2. Sauté garlic: In skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Combine cream and Parmesan: Pour heavy cream into skillet; stir. Add Parmesan; stir until melted.
4. Combine broccoli and sauce: Add steamed broccoli to skillet; toss.
5. Season: Add basil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes (if using).
6. Serve: Garnish with additional Parmesan.
Nutrition (approximate per serving)
1. Calories: 320
2. Protein: 6g
3. Fat: 28g
4. Carbohydrates: 8g
5. Net Carbs: 5g
Keto Tips
1. Choose keto-friendly Parmesan cheese (less than 1g carbs/oz).
2. Limit broccoli serving size (3 cups cooked).
3. Adjust cream amount for desired consistency.
4. Pair with keto-friendly protein sources (meat, poultry, fish).
Variations
1. Add bacon: Crumble cooked bacon into sauce.
2. Spicy: Increase red pepper flakes.
3. Lemon: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over broccoli.
4. Other veggies: Substitute cauliflower, asparagus or Brussels sprouts.
