Sicilian Broccoli

Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant and flavor-packed Sicilian Broccoli, a Mediterranean-inspired side dish bursting with deliciously balanced contrasts. Tender broccoli florets are lightly blanched and then sautéed in fragrant extra virgin olive oil infused with garlic and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Sweet raisins and nutty pine nuts add a rich, textural complexity, while a bright drizzle of fresh lemon juice ties it all together with a zesty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome, vegan-friendly dish is the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, seafood, or pasta, and is equally delightful served warm or at room temperature. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight recipe or an elegant addition to your holiday spread, Sicilian Broccoli offers a delicious and nutritious way to embrace the flavors of Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 broccoli crowns
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons raisins
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the broccoli crowns into florets and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain well.

Step 3

While the broccoli cools, thinly slice the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring constantly, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the raisins to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, allowing them to slightly plump up in the hot oil.

Step 6

Stir in the pine nuts and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown.

Step 7

Add the cooked broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat in the flavorful oil mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 8

Drizzle the lemon juice over the broccoli and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss everything together to ensure even seasoning.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the Sicilian Broccoli to a serving bowl. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(330.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	690.1

Total Fat 54.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1253.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136.7mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1094.0mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 29.1%