Description
Broccoli lovers unite! This vibrant and flavorful sautéed broccoli recipe is not only quick to prepare but also a healthy addition to any meal. Tossed with aromatic garlic and topped with melted Parmesan cheese, this dish transforms simple broccoli into a culinary delight that will impress your family and friends. Perfect as a side or main dish, it showcases how delicious and versatile this green powerhouse can be. Enjoy the tender florets bursting with flavor while knowing you’re serving up a nutritious choice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 medium head)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Rinse the broccoli under cool water and cut it into bite-sized florets.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, tossing well to coat with garlic-infused oil; cook for about 5 minutes until bright green.
- Season with salt and pepper while stirring occasionally, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until just tender yet crisp.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top, mixing gently until slightly melted before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg