Zesty Broccoli Casserole

Brighten up your dinner table with this Zesty Broccoli Casserole—a velvety, cheesy bake featuring tender broccoli florets coated in a luxurious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and zesty lemon. The dish is elevated with a hint of garlic, onion, and a touch of spice from crushed red pepper flakes, creating a flavor-packed sensation in every bite. Topped with golden panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, this casserole delivers the perfect crunchy contrast to its creamy interior. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make side dish is ideal for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it warm and watch it become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes. Drain immediately and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Fold the blanched broccoli florets and shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture. Stir until the broccoli is evenly coated.

Step 5

Transfer the broccoli mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and melted butter until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the broccoli casserole.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Zesty Broccoli Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	840.6 grams (840.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533

Total Fat 122.70g	157%
Saturated Fat 77.10g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 343mg	114%
Sodium 4014mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 84.00g	31%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 27.40g
Protein 52.10g	104%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1079mg	83%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 194mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 20.4%