Sesame Honey Marinated Broccoli

Elevate your veggie game with this Sesame Honey Marinated Broccoli recipe—a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are blanched to perfection and soaked in a savory-sweet marinade made with soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and a hint of rice vinegar, delivering a delightful balance of umami and tang. Infused with aromatic garlic and garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal side dish or appetizer for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether served warm or chilled, this Asian-inspired dish will leave your taste buds craving more. Perfect for meal prep or pairing with your favorite protein, this recipe is a must-try for any broccoli lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Broccoli
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, trimming the stems as necessary.

Step 2

Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until they turn bright green. Immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and retain their color and crunch.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until well combined.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the marinade mixture.

Step 5

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

Thinly slice the green onions and set aside for garnish.

Step 7

Drain the broccoli florets from the ice bath and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.

Step 8

Transfer the broccoli to a large mixing bowl and pour the marinade over them. Toss gently to ensure the broccoli is evenly coated.

Step 9

Let the broccoli marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 10

Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the marinated broccoli.

Step 11

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve as a side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	678.6

Total Fat 34.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3709.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 20.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.2mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1910.0mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 43.1%