Broccoli and Bacon
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Broccoli and Bacon recipe, a savory blend of fresh, tender-crisp broccoli florets and crispy bacon crumbles sautéed in garlicky butter. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and flavorful dish is the perfect balance of smoky, salty, and buttery goodness, accented by a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Each bite bursts with the bold taste of bacon, while the broccoli stays vibrant and slightly crisp, making it a delicious accompaniment to any meal or even a satisfying low-carb snack. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pan wonder is as easy to prepare as it is delightful to eat. Prepare to wow your taste buds with the perfect harmony of vegetables and bacon bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (cut into florets) Broccoli
- 6 slices Bacon
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the broccoli: trim and cut it into bite-sized florets, then rinse well under cold water and set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy (approximately 6-8 minutes). Once done, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pan.
Crumble the cooled bacon into small pieces and set aside for later use.
In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the minced garlic and cook over medium heat for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir to coat in the bacon fat. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp.
Reduce the heat to low and add the butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and evenly coating the broccoli.
Season the broccoli with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and toss the crumbled bacon back into the pan, mixing it with the broccoli.
Transfer the broccoli and bacon mixture to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 4295 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2251 mg | 48% | |
*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.
