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Easy sauteed broccoli recipe.
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Sauteed Broccoli Recipe

This sauteed broccoli is made with fresh broccoli florets, garlic, salt, and pepper, sauteed with olive oil, and served with lemon, and takes less than 20 minutes to make.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Side, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh broccoli cut into 1½- to 2-inch-long florets
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 small garlic cloves sliced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • Lemon wedges for serving
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Instructions

  • Place the broccoli and water in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cover with a lid, and cook until the broccoli is bright green but still crisp, about 2 minutes. Uncover, increase the heat to high, and cook until the water is fully evaporated, about 1 more minute.
  • Once all the water has cooked out, reduce to medium-high heat, add the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper and sauté, stirring frequently, until the broccoli is tender with some browned spots, 2-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice on top, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • My Top Tip: Use a large pan and make sure the broccoli's in a single layer. This is key to it cooking evenly!
  • Storage: Kept in an airtight container in the fridge, this sauteed broccoli will last 2-3 days. You can reheat it in the microwave or in a skillet on the stovetop with a little oil. Freezing is not recommended.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 735mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1416IU | Vitamin C: 203mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 2mg

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