Whole30 Fiery Broccoli

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Elevate your weeknight meals with this bold and flavorful Whole30 Fiery Broccoli recipe—a quick and healthy side dish that’s bursting with zesty heat and vibrant citrus notes. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are sautéed with olive oil, fragrant garlic, and a fiery hint of red pepper flakes, delivering a delicious kick that pairs perfectly with the bright splash of fresh lemon juice. This 25-minute recipe is not only gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-approved, but also requires minimal prep, making it ideal for busy schedules. Garnished with chopped cilantro for a fresh finish, this spicy broccoli dish is sure to steal the spotlight on your dinner table.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets if it's not already prepared.

2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

4. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat with the oil and garlic.

5. Sprinkle the red pepper flakes evenly over the broccoli and stir to combine.

6. Cook the broccoli for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender-crisp.

7. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, and toss to mix everything well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

8. Remove from heat and transfer the Fiery Broccoli to a serving dish.

9. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (111.7g)

Calories		91
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		6.8 g	9%
	Saturated Fat	1.0 g	5%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		270 mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate		6.6 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	2.5 g	9%
	Total Sugars	1.3 g
Protein		3.6 g	7%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		49 mg	4%
Iron		0.9 mg	5%
Potassium		49 mg	1%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 243 cal (60.1%%)

Protein: 57 cal (14.1%%)

Carbs: 104 cal (25.8%%)