Steamed Broccoli with Garlic

Sides

Steamed Broccoli with Garlic

85kcal
5gprotein
5 minsprep
8 minscook
4servings
Easy

A healthy sides recipe — steamed broccoli with garlic at just 85 calories per serving.

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Ingredients

  • 500g broccoli, cut into florets
  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • Pinch of chilli flakes
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Steam broccoli for 5–6 mins until tender-crisp.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pan and gently fry garlic until golden.

  3. 3

    Add chilli flakes.

  4. 4

    Toss steamed broccoli in garlic oil.

  5. 5

    Squeeze over lemon juice.

  6. 6

    Season and serve immediately.

Tip: Broccoli is one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables, providing sulforaphane, a potent anti-cancer compound.