Broccoli with Lemon Garlic Almond Butter
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Broccoli with Lemon Garlic Almond Butter! Perfectly tender broccoli florets are coated in a luscious almond butter sauce infused with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and a touch of toasted almonds for added crunch. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or an irresistible addition to any dinner spread. With its balance of bright citrus, nutty richness, and a hint of fresh parsley for garnish, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve it alongside roasted proteins or as a standout vegetarian star on its own—either way, it’s guaranteed to impress and satisfy. Keywords: broccoli with almond butter, lemon garlic broccoli, easy vegetable side dish, quick broccoli recipe, healthy broccoli recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 50 grams Almonds
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 whole Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim the broccoli into florets, and rinse thoroughly under cold water.
Bring a large pot of water to boil with a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still bright green. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop further cooking. Set aside.
In a small, dry skillet, toast the almonds over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and aromatic. Remove from the heat, let them cool slightly, then roughly chop them.
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.
Zest the lemon and then juice it, keeping the zest and juice separate.
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Lower the heat and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, toasted almonds, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 30 seconds to combine the flavors.
Add the cooked broccoli to the skillet and gently toss with the almond butter sauce until evenly coated. Heat for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving dish, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this bright, nutty, and garlicky side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1973 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1689 mg | 36% | |
*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.
