Broccoli with cheese sauce

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Broccoli with cheese sauce is a simple, comforting side dish featuring tender-crisp broccoli florets coated in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. The sauce is typically made from a roux (butter and flour), milk, and melted cheese like cheddar, and it's a popular way to make vegetables more appealing, especially for children. While the combination has roots in classic French and American home cooking, it's now a ubiquitous staple in Western cuisines.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and calories due to the cheese and butter in the sauce, but it's also a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamins C and K from the broccoli. A typical serving can range from 200 to 300 calories, depending on the sauce's richness and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin C	80 mg
Vitamin K	120 mcg
Vitamin A	700 IU
Calcium	300 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.4 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The pairing is a classic example of how a flavorful, high-fat sauce can be used to increase the consumption of nutrient-dense vegetables, making it a practical strategy in family meals. Nutritionally, it creates a unique balance, combining the fiber and antioxidants of a cruciferous vegetable with the calorie-dense, mineral-rich profile of dairy.