Orange Broccoli
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Orange Broccoli recipe! Crisp-tender broccoli florets are coated in a glossy orange-infused sauce made with fresh orange juice, zest, soy sauce, honey, and a touch of garlic for a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Blanching the broccoli ensures it stays brilliantly green and perfectly textured, while a quick sauté in olive oil adds a touch of caramelized flavor. Thickened with a light cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings beautifully to every bite, giving this dish a gourmet finish in just 20 minutes. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a delightful nutty crunch, and enjoy this healthy, gluten-free side dish alongside grilled proteins or over a bed of rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining, this recipe is a celebration of fresh, citrusy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 1 tablespoon zest of an orange
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli for 2-3 minutes until it turns bright green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer the broccoli into an ice water bath to stop the cooking process, then drain and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic to create the sauce base.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to form a slurry.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Pour the orange sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to coat the broccoli evenly.
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the orange broccoli to a serving dish.
Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1261 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 401 mg | 9% | |
*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.
