Orange Sesame Broccoli

Brighten up your mealtime with Orange Sesame Broccoli, a vibrant dish loaded with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are stir-fried to perfection and enveloped in a glossy, tangy sauce made from fresh orange juice, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Infused with garlic and ginger, this recipe offers a delicious balance of citrusy zest and savory depth. Thickened with a quick cornstarch slurry and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this dish is as nutritious as it is irresistibly flavorful. Perfect for a quick weeknight side or a light vegan-friendly main course, Orange Sesame Broccoli is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g broccoli florets
• 120 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp ginger (grated)
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or avocado oil)
• 0.25 tsp salt

Directions

Step 1

Wash and cut broccoli into evenly sized florets.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sauce base.

Step 3

In another small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the neutral oil.

Step 5

Add the broccoli florets and salt to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes or until the broccoli is tender but still crisp. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the orange sauce into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Return the broccoli to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to heat through.

Step 9

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the broccoli and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	766.8 grams (766.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	686

Total Fat 45.70g	59%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1740mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 61.70g	22%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 33.40g
Protein 22.30g	45%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324mg	25%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 507mg	11%

*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: 55.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 33.0%