Broccoli with Walnut Garlic Butter
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Broccoli with Walnut Garlic Butter recipe. Perfectly tender-crisp broccoli florets are blanched to preserve their lush green color, then tossed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter infused with the nutty crunch of toasted walnuts. A hint of fresh lemon juice ties it all together, adding a bright, tangy balance to this decadent yet wholesome dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a stunning accompaniment to a holiday feast. Packed with nutrients and loaded with flavor, this buttery broccoli masterpiece is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: broccoli with garlic butter, walnut garlic butter, quick vegetable side dish, healthy broccoli recipe, broccoli with walnuts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 60 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams walnuts
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 liters water
- 8 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water (1 liter) to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water for flavor, if desired.
Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
While the broccoli is cooking, prepare a bowl of ice water by combining 8 ice cubes and cold water.
Drain the broccoli and immediately dunk it in the ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve its vibrant color. Let sit for 2 minutes, then drain well and set aside.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 2-3 minutes or until they are fragrant. Remove from heat, roughly chop, and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the drained broccoli to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss gently to coat the broccoli in the butter.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then add the toasted walnuts and toss to combine.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy touch and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the broccoli with walnut garlic butter to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
898 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.1 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1366 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*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.
