Italian Broccoli with Tomatoes
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Italian Broccoli with Tomatoes recipe! Perfectly tender broccoli florets and juicy cherry tomatoes come together in a medley of Mediterranean-inspired flavors, enhanced by fragrant garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for gentle heat. A dash of dried oregano ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness as an optional garnish. This quick and easy dish takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. With its simple preparation and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving an authentic taste of Italy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the broccoli florets. Cut larger florets into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice each one in half.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.
Toss the broccoli florets into the skillet and stir well to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.
Sprinkle the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the broccoli and continue to sauté for 3-4 minutes.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp and the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the broccoli and tomatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or alongside pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1342 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 672 mg | 14% | |
*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.
