Broccoli Garlic Saute

Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavorful Broccoli Garlic Sauté, a quick and healthy recipe that's ready in just 20 minutes! Tender-crisp broccoli florets are tossed with fragrant, golden garlic in a drizzle of olive oil, then lightly seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. A quick steam in the pan ensures the broccoli stays vibrant and full of nutrients, while the final sauté enhances its natural sweetness. Perfect as a light, nutrient-packed accompaniment to any meal, this versatile dish is vegan, gluten-free, and sure to become a weeknight favorite. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving to brighten the flavors even further!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Broccoli
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the broccoli under running water to remove any dirt. Trim the broccoli head into small florets, and peel and slice the stems into bite-sized pieces if desired.

Step 2

Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Add the sliced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 5

Add the broccoli florets and stems to the pan and stir to coat them evenly with the garlic and oil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the broccoli with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover it with a lid. Let the broccoli steam for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes tender but still crisp.

Step 8

Remove the lid and let the broccoli sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow any excess moisture to evaporate and to enhance its flavor.

Step 9

Transfer the broccoli garlic sauté to a serving dish and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with a squeeze of lemon for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	372.7 grams (372.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	393

Total Fat 29.10g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1658mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 23.00g	8%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 4.50g
Protein 8.80g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 168mg	13%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 995mg	21%

*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: 67.3%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 23.6%