Low Sodium Grilled Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic
Transform your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant and heart-healthy recipe for Low Sodium Grilled Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic. This quick and easy dish boasts perfectly charred broccoli florets, marinated in a zesty combination of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. A sprinkle of ground black pepper enhances the natural flavors, while an optional pinch of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat for those who love a kick. Finished with a garnish of freshly chopped parsley, this grilled broccoli is a low-sodium delight that pairs beautifully with almost any main course. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate combination of simplicity, nutrition, and bold flavor—perfect for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece Lemon, zested and juiced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Rinse and dry the broccoli florets thoroughly. Cut them into evenly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the oil mixture.
Season the broccoli with ground black pepper and, if desired, the crushed red pepper flakes for added spice.
Place the broccoli florets in a grill basket to prevent them from falling through the grill grates.
Grill the broccoli for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and slightly charred.
Once done, remove the broccoli from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a delicious and healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 198 mg | 4% | |
*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.
