Italian Broccoli with Tomatoes

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Italian Broccoli with Tomatoes recipe! Perfectly tender broccoli florets and juicy cherry tomatoes come together in a medley of Mediterranean-inspired flavors, enhanced by fragrant garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for gentle heat. A dash of dried oregano ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness as an optional garnish. This quick and easy dish takes just 25 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. With its simple preparation and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving an authentic taste of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams broccoli florets
• 250 grams cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the broccoli florets. Cut larger florets into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice each one in half.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.

Step 6

Toss the broccoli florets into the skillet and stir well to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.

Step 7

Sprinkle the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the broccoli and continue to sauté for 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp and the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Transfer the broccoli and tomatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or alongside pasta, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	810.4 grams (810.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	547

Total Fat 42.80g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.10g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1342mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 37.90g	14%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 12.60g
Protein 20.80g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 672mg	14%

*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: 62.1%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 24.5%