Marinated Broccoli Appetizer
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Marinated Broccoli Appetizer! Featuring tender, blanched broccoli florets infused with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey for sweetness, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and lightly spicy notes. A hint of Dijon mustard and optional red chili flakes add depth, while freshly minced garlic and chopped parsley brighten every bite. Quick to prepare and requiring just a couple of hours in the fridge, this make-ahead appetizer is perfect for dinner parties, potlucks, or light snacking. Serve this fresh and healthy dish chilled for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing addition to your spread!
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Ingredients
- 500 g Broccoli florets
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ml Red wine vinegar
- 5 ml Honey
- 5 ml Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)
- 15 g Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a large bowl of ice water for blanching.
Step 3
Add the broccoli to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until the florets turn bright green and are just tender.
Step 4
Immediately transfer the broccoli to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then drain thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to make the marinade.
Step 6
Place the blanched broccoli in a large mixing bowl and pour the marinade over it. Toss to coat all the broccoli pieces evenly.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the broccoli and marinade to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
Step 8
Before serving, sprinkle the marinated broccoli with freshly chopped parsley. Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 640.2 grams (640.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 684 |
| Total Fat 58.10g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat 8.90g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2632mg | 114% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.60g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.20g | 47% |
| Total Sugars 11.00g | |
| Protein 18.80g | 38% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 289mg | 22% |
| Iron 6mg | 33% |
| Potassium 225mg | 5% |
Source of Calories