Broccoli Cauliflower with Garlic Lemon Italy

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and zesty Broccoli Cauliflower with Garlic Lemon Italy recipe! Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this dish combines tender-crisp broccoli and cauliflower florets lightly sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, then brightened with fresh lemon juice and zest for a tangy kick. Finished with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, a generous grating of Parmesan cheese, and a hint of black pepper, this simple yet elegant side dish is perfect for pairing with your favorite Italian-inspired mains. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make addition to your dining table! Ideal for fans of Mediterranean cuisine and quick recipes, this dish will have your taste buds celebrating Italian flair.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Broccoli florets
• 300 g Cauliflower florets
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the broccoli florets and cauliflower florets to the boiling water. Blanch for 3 minutes, then immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant and lightly golden.

Step 5

Add the blanched broccoli and cauliflower to the skillet. Toss to coat the vegetables in the garlic-infused oil.

Step 6

Pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the vegetables. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 9

Remove from heat and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 10

Sprinkle chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or pair with your favorite Italian-inspired main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(709.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611.6

Total Fat 47.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 1618.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.1g
Protein 23.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 414.8mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1047.7mg	0%

*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: 64.2%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 21.7%