Creamy Baked Broccoli

This Creamy Baked Broccoli is one of the best low-carb sides we have ever made. This is the best broccoli dish you will ever try and we can promise you that even if you’re not a lover of broccoli. This recipe is straightforward and suited to anyone who lives a low-carb or gluten-free dietary lifestyle. We find that raw broccoli works better than frozen here, as frozen holds a lot of water.

What stands out

This Creamy Baked Broccoli side dish is a weeknight dinner hero. It comes together with minimal prep and in only one dish as well. It’s a toss-and-bake situation but the results are out of this world. The broccoli is tender, not mushy, and the luscious sauce is creamy and full-flavored. Serve it with any main protein for a complete meal everyone will love.

How to Prepare Creamy Baked Broccoli

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)

Now, add all the ingredients to a baking dish.

Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes.

Then take the dish out of the oven and mix everything together. Enjoy!

Kitchen tip

This recipe would be equally as using cauliflower instead of broccoli.

Swaps

1. Please note that you can use the whole block of Boursin in the Creamy Baked Broccoli and adjust your water if needed.
2. This recipe would be equally as using cauliflower instead of broccoli.
3. Use whatever melty cheese you love in this Creamy Baked Broccoli recipe.
4. You can add other vegetables such as cauliflower, carrots, or bell peppers to this Creamy Baked Broccoli recipe. Make sure they are cut into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
5. You can make this recipe dairy-free by using your favorite non-dairy cream cheese alternative.

Serve it with

• Serve this as a side dish to any main protein dish, such as steak chicken or fish.
• Serve this as part of a vegetarian meal alongside our Lemon Feta Orzo or Couscous Salad.

Questions

strong Can we use a different type of cheese instead of boursin?

Yes, you can substitute Boursin cheese with other creamy cheeses such as cream cheese, goat cheese, or a flavored spreadable cheese in this Creamy Baked Broccoli.

strong Can we use frozen broccoli instead of fresh?

We prefer fresh to frozen here. We find the frozen broccoli is too watery. Perhaps if you thaw it first and squeeze out or drain the excess water it will work. Let us know in the comments if you try this method.

strong Can we add other vegetables to this dish?

Yes, you can add other vegetables such as cauliflower, carrots, or bell peppers. Make sure they are cut into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.

strong Can we make this creamy baked Broccoli recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the dish in advance and store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake it.

strong Can we make this dish dairy-free?

To make it dairy-free, use a dairy-free cheese alternative.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

• 4 cups broccoli florets, raw
• ¾ block Boursin cheese, 75 to 100 g, as much as you'd like
• pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ cup water

Equipment

• Nakiri Knife
• Cutting Board
• Measuring Cups + Spoons
• Liquid Measuring Cup
• Baking Dish

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200C) and add everything to your baking dish.
2. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes. Remove from the oven and mix before serving. Enjoy!