Whole30 Fiery Broccoli

Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and healthy Whole30 Fiery Broccoli recipe! Perfectly tender-crisp broccoli florets are sautéed with aromatic garlic and a kick of red pepper flakes, striking the perfect balance of smoky heat and bright, zesty lemon juice. This quick and easy side dish takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for busy nights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh cilantro for an optional burst of color and freshness, this recipe is Whole30-compliant, keto-friendly, and gluten-free, making it a flavorful and wholesome addition to any clean eating plan. Serve alongside your favorite proteins or enjoy it on its own for a light, fiery bite that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets if it's not already prepared.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat with the oil and garlic.

Step 5

Sprinkle the red pepper flakes evenly over the broccoli and stir to combine.

Step 6

Cook the broccoli for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes tender-crisp.

Step 7

Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, and toss to mix everything well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer the Fiery Broccoli to a serving dish.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(441.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	373.5

Total Fat 28.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1288.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 14.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 200.7mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 137.7mg	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: 62.1%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 24.1%