Broccoli with a Garlic and Lemon Dressing
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Broccoli with a Garlic and Lemon Dressing! This quick and easy side dish combines perfectly blanched broccoli florets with a zesty dressing made from fresh lemon juice, fragrant minced garlic, and high-quality olive oil. With a hint of lemon zest and optional red chili flakes for subtle heat, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and lightly spiced. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and pair it with your favorite roasted chicken, grilled fish, or grain bowls for a healthy, versatile addition to your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets. Peel the broccoli stems and slice them into thin coins if desired.
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Blanch the broccoli florets and stems in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain its vibrant color. Drain and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drained broccoli to the skillet and warm for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the garlic and lemon dressing over the broccoli. Toss well to coat the broccoli evenly with the dressing.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving dish and garnish with an extra sprinkle of lemon zest if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1973 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1659 mg | 35% | |
*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.
