Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes and Toasted Garlic
Elevate your weeknight vegetable side dish with this vibrant recipe for Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes and Toasted Garlic. Crisp-tender broccoli florets are infused with bold flavors as they’re cooked in garlic-infused olive oil, topped with golden, nutty slices of toasted garlic, and finished with a subtle kick of red pepper flakes. Steamed to perfection in just minutes, this quick and healthy dish balances simplicity with sophistication. Enhance the flavor with a squeeze of fresh lemon for an optional zesty touch. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to any main course, this recipe is not only packed with flavor but also loaded with nutrients. Try it tonight and savor the irresistible combination of spicy, savory, and fresh flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 units Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups Water (for steaming)
- 4 units Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the thinly sliced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes golden brown. Be careful not to let it burn.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the toasted garlic slices and set them aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and stir to coat them evenly in the remaining garlic-infused oil.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the broccoli and stir well to combine.
Pour the water into the skillet and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Allow the broccoli to steam for 5-7 minutes, or until it is tender but still crisp. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Once the broccoli is cooked to your liking, remove the lid and let any excess water evaporate by cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving dish, sprinkle the toasted garlic slices on top, and serve immediately.
Optional: Garnish with lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
