Jade Green Broccoli
Transform your vegetables into a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish with this 'Jade Green Broccoli' recipe! Perfectly steamed and sautéed broccoli florets retain their vivid green hue and crisp texture, enhanced by the bold flavors of minced garlic, a drizzle of low-sodium soy sauce, and a dash of freshly cracked black pepper. A quick and healthy side dish, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Optional sesame seeds add a nutty crunch, making it a delicious accompaniment to rice, noodles, or your favorite protein. Whether you’re aiming to eat clean or simply looking for a flavorful vegetable dish, this broccoli recipe brings both health and taste to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli florets
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the garlic and oil.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the broccoli steam for 3-4 minutes. This helps soften the broccoli slightly while retaining its vibrant green color.
Remove the lid and stir in 1.5 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Sauté the broccoli uncovered for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
If using sesame seeds for garnish, sprinkle 1 tablespoon over the broccoli just before serving.
Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish or as a topping for rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1490 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 236 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.
