Tender broccoli florets smashed and baked until crispy, then topped with melted cheese for the ultimate low-carb comfort side dish. 📊 Per serving (Serves 4): Calories: 185 Fat: 14g Protein: 12g Net Carbs: 3g Fibre: 2g Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins 🛒 Ingredients: Broccoli Base: • 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets • 3 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp garlic powder • 1/2 tsp onion powder • 1 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp black pepper • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Cheese Topping: • 150g cheddar cheese, grated • 50g parmesan cheese, grated • 50g mozzarella, shredded • 2 tbsp butter, melted • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning Optional Add-ins: • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 30g pork rinds, crushed • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary) • 1 tbsp lemon zest • 2 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled 👩‍🍳 Instructions: Prep: 1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C 2. Cut broccoli into large florets 3. Line baking sheet with parchment 4. Grate cheeses 5. Prepare seasonings Blanching: 1. Boil salted water 2. Add broccoli florets 3. Cook 4-5 minutes until tender 4. Drain thoroughly 5. Pat completely dry Crushing: 1. Place florets on baking sheet 2. Using potato masher or fork 3. Gently crush each floret 4. Don't mash completely 5. Leave some texture Seasoning: 1. Drizzle with olive oil 2. Sprinkle with seasonings 3. Toss to coat evenly 4. Spread in single layer 5. Don't overcrowd First Bake: 1. Bake 15-18 minutes 2. Until edges are crispy 3. Some browning is good 4. Don't let burn 5. Remove from oven Adding Cheese: 1. Sprinkle mixed cheeses evenly 2. Drizzle with melted butter 3. Add Italian seasoning 4. Return to oven 5. Bake 5-7 minutes more Final Touch: 1. Broil 1-2 minutes 2. Until cheese is bubbly 3. Watch carefully 4. Remove when golden 5. Rest 5 minutes #ketosides #broccolicheese #crushedbroccoli #lowcarbveggies #ketobroccoli #broccolibites - @mylowcarbdiet