Broccoli Marinara

Elevate your weeknight dinner with the irresistible simplicity of Broccoli Marinara! This vibrant, one-pan recipe combines tender broccoli florets with a rich and zesty marinara sauce, infused with garlic, crushed red pepper, and aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, this quick vegetarian dish is perfect as a flavorful side or a hearty main when paired with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Garnish with Parmesan cheese for a savory finishing touch, or keep it vegan for a plant-based delight. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bold Mediterranean flavors, Broccoli Marinara is a versatile, easy, and healthy meal that’s sure to wow your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 cups Broccoli florets, washed and trimmed
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Simmer the mixture for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve the Broccoli Marinara warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1265.6 grams (1265.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	849

Total Fat 47.60g	61%
Saturated Fat 15.40g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 47mg	16%
Sodium 4376mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 78.40g	29%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 35.80g
Protein 43.50g	87%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1001mg	77%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 2969mg	63%

*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: 46.8%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 34.2%