Cheesy Baked Romanesco Cauliflower and Green Beans

Recipe makes 4 servings  

Ingredients:

1 medium head (588g) Romanesco cauliflower, cut into small florets
3 cups (1lb/454g) cut fresh or frozen green beans
6 scallions (72g), trimmed and chopped
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp (27g) extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup (119g) heavy cream
1/4 cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 (169g) cup cream cheese
1/2 cup (57g) shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix Romanesco cauliflower florets, green beans, scallions, parsley, minced garlic, and olive oil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread the vegetables evenly in a baking dish.
Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it simmers. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in Parmesan and cream cheese until melted and combined.
Pour the cream sauce over the vegetables, coating them evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutritional breakdown per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

457 Calories
14.4g Protein
38.1g Fat
6.8g Fiber
18.7g Total Carbs
11.7g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.