Marinated Broccoli

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Marinated Broccoli recipe, a perfect balance of fresh, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are blanched to bright perfection, then bathed in a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and garlic, subtly sweetened with honey and spiced with a hint of red pepper flakes. After soaking in the marinade for at least an hour, the broccoli absorbs a delightful depth of flavor, making it an irresistible addition to your meal. Topped with fresh parsley and optional toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of texture and taste, this dish is a versatile, healthy option served chilled or at room temperature. Ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or healthy snacking, this make-ahead marinated broccoli will quickly become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 3

Immediately transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let it cool completely, then drain well and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.

Step 5

Add the cooled and drained broccoli to the bowl and toss well to coat all the florets in the marinade.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the broccoli and marinade to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Before serving, give the broccoli a good toss, then garnish with fresh parsley and optional toasted sesame seeds.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	486.7 grams (486.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	566

Total Fat 46.90g	60%
Saturated Fat 7.20g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1884mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 30.70g	11%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 11.20g
Protein 15.50g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295mg	23%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 212mg	5%

*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: 69.6%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 20.2%