Broccoli with Lemon Kalamata Olives and Capers
Elevate your side dishes with this vibrant and Mediterranean-inspired recipe for Broccoli with Lemon Kalamata Olives and Capers. Perfectly blanched broccoli florets are tossed with fragrant garlic, briny capers, and tangy Kalamata olives, then finished with a bright splash of zesty lemon juice and zest. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful side dish bursting with fresh, bold flavors. With minimal prep and wholesome ingredients, it’s a perfect addition to weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or light meals. Serve it warm for a healthy, vegan-friendly dish that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty grain salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 100 grams Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 1 Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized pot with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. While waiting, cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and peel the stems if desired for tenderness.
Once the water boils, add a pinch of salt and blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Drain the broccoli and immediately plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Slice the kalamata olives in half and rinse the capers to remove excess brine. Add the olives and capers to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Zest and juice the lemon. Add the zest and half of the lemon juice to the skillet. Reserve the remaining juice for later use.
Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet and toss to coat in the olive-caper-lemon mixture. Season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper (adjust to taste).
Cook for 3-4 minutes on medium heat until the broccoli is warmed through and evenly coated with the flavors.
Remove from heat and drizzle with the remaining lemon juice for added brightness. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 914 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 453 mg | 10% | |
*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.
