Mediterranean Diet Broccoli Stir-Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Broccoli Stir-Fry, a quick and flavorful dish packed with wholesome ingredients and Mediterranean flair. This healthy stir-fry combines tender-crisp broccoli florets, sweet red bell peppers, and juicy cherry tomatoes with the bold flavors of kalamata olives, fresh basil, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Sautéed in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with aromatic garlic and oregano, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian entree or a colorful side dish, it’s ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a perfect match for those embracing the Mediterranean diet or looking to add more plant-based meals to their repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the thinly sliced red onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Stir in the broccoli florets and red bell pepper slices, continuing to stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 6
Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, oregano, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to coat the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and toss in the chopped fresh basil leaves.
Step 8
Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and enjoy it warm, either on its own or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (871.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 698.9 |
| Total Fat 56.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2874.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 18.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 363.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 856.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories