Piquant Broccoli Olives

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Piquant Broccoli Olives recipe. This quick and easy dish combines tender-crisp broccoli with the briny richness of black olives, all brought to life with a bold blend of aromatic garlic, zesty lemon, and a subtle kick of red chili flakes. Perfect for busy weeknights, it comes together in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe goes beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or served as a stand-alone vegetarian delight. Healthy, colorful, and packed with flavor, it’s a must-try for fans of simple yet sophisticated side dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams broccoli florets
• 100 grams black olives (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry.

Step 2

Thinly slice the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden. Stir frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, along with the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the broccoli evenly in the oil and spices.

Step 6

Cook the broccoli for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender but still slightly crisp. Reduce the heat to medium-low if it begins to brown too quickly.

Step 7

While the broccoli is cooking, roughly chop the black olives into halves or quarters, depending on your preferred size.

Step 8

Add the chopped olives to the skillet, stirring to combine them with the broccoli.

Step 9

Sprinkle the lemon zest and drizzle the lemon juice over the vegetables. Toss gently to incorporate the zesty flavors.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the dish to a serving bowl.

Step 12

For an optional finishing touch, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(609.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	516.3

Total Fat 41.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2080.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 17.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308.4mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 147.8mg	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: 65.0%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 23.0%