Broccoli with Nuts and Cherries
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and nutritious recipe for Broccoli with Nuts and Cherries! Featuring tender broccoli florets sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, this dish is perfectly complemented by the sweet burst of dried cherries and the satisfying crunch of mixed nuts like almonds, walnuts, and pecans. A refreshing splash of lemon juice ties everything together, while a hint of seasoning ensures a balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy vegetarian dish makes a stunning accompaniment to roasted meats, grains, or even as a standalone meal. Packed with antioxidants, healthy fats, and a touch of natural sweetness, it’s the perfect blend of taste and nutrition for your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 50 grams dried cherries
- 50 grams mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the broccoli florets. Set them aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn bright green and begin to tenderize.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the dried cherries and mixed nuts. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cherries soften and the nuts are lightly toasted.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the skillet mixture and stir to combine.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the broccoli mixture to a serving dish.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own. This dish pairs perfectly with roasted meats or grains.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 391 mg | 8% | |
*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.
