Elevate your vegetable sides with this vibrant recipe for Sautéed Broccoli with Garlic and Pine Nuts! Bursting with flavor, this dish features tender-crisp broccoli florets lightly steamed and sautéed in aromatic garlic-infused olive oil. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch and nutty richness, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brings a zesty brightness to every bite. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Whether you're pairing it with roasted meats, pasta, or enjoying it as a standalone dish, this healthy and flavorful preparation of broccoli will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Wash the broccoli and cut it into bite-sized florets. Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves.
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the pine nuts. Toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the pine nuts from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic-infused oil. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover it with a lid. Let the broccoli steam for 3-4 minutes, or until it becomes tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and season the broccoli with salt and black pepper. Drizzle in the lemon juice and toss everything together.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the broccoli and give it a final stir. Serve immediately as a delicious side dish.
Calories |
647 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 47.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1974 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1786 mg | 38% | |
*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.