Broccoli with Almonds
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this simple yet flavor-packed Broccoli with Almonds recipe. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are sautéed with fragrant garlic and steamed to perfection, then brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Topped with golden, toasted almonds for a delightful crunch, this dish combines wholesome ingredients with minimal prep time—ready in just 25 minutes! Perfect as a healthy side for any meal, this recipe delivers a satisfying balance of earthy, citrusy, and nutty flavors. Easy to make, packed with nutrients, and naturally gluten-free, this broccoli almond sauté is a must-try for weeknight dinners, holiday tables, or casual lunches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh broccoli florets
- 50 grams Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 60 milliliters Water
Instructions
Wash and trim the broccoli into bite-sized florets if not already prepared.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and toast the sliced almonds for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it burn.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic and olive oil mixture.
Pour in the water and cover the skillet with a lid. Steam the broccoli for 5–6 minutes or until it becomes tender but still slightly crisp. Stir occasionally to make sure it cooks evenly.
Remove the lid and allow any excess water to evaporate. Turn off the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the broccoli. Stir to combine.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds on top just before serving for a crunchy finish.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light, healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1349 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2013 mg | 43% | |
*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.
