Here’s a simple, crispy Keto Garlic Parmesan Broccoli—perfect for the oven or air fryer 🥦🧄🧀
🥦 Keto Garlic Parmesan Broccoli
Ingredients
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4 cups broccoli florets (fresh works best)
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2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
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1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Optional: lemon zest or squeeze of lemon
Instructions
Air Fryer Method (Best for Crispiness)
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (205°C).
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Toss broccoli with oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Air fry 8 minutes, shake basket.
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Sprinkle Parmesan over broccoli.
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Air fry 3–5 more minutes until golden and crispy.
Oven Method
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Toss broccoli with oil and seasonings.
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Roast 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Add Parmesan and roast 5 more minutes until melted and lightly crisp.
🔥 Extra Tips
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Dry broccoli well to avoid steaming
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor
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For ultra-crispy edges, don’t overcrowd
🌶 Variations
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Cheesy garlic butter: Finish with melted butter
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Spicy: Add red pepper flakes
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Creamy: Toss with a spoon of keto Alfredo sauce
🧮 Net Carbs
✔ About 3–4 net carbs per serving