Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Broccoli
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with the Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Broccoli—an effortless yet flavorful recipe that celebrates wholesome, nutrient-packed ingredients. This vibrant dish combines tender-crisp broccoli florets with golden sautéed garlic, the zest and tang of fresh lemon, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Finished with parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese, this recipe is a nutritional powerhouse, perfect for those following a Mediterranean diet or seeking lighter meal options. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal as a quick side dish or a light main course. Whether you’re hosting dinner or meal prepping for the week, this Mediterranean broccoli recipe is a versatile, healthy addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 unit lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 grams feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat in oil and garlic.
Stir-fry the broccoli for about 5-7 minutes until it turns bright green and begins to soften, but is still crisp.
Add lemon juice and zest to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the broccoli.
Season the broccoli with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to ensure even distribution of seasonings.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the stir-fried broccoli to a serving dish.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and optional crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or a delightful light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1896 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| 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.
