Broccoli with Garlic and Red Onion

By
Diana Rattray
Diana Rattray
Diana Rattray
Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer.
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Updated on 04/4/19
Broccoli With Garlic
Broccoli With Garlic Photo: Diana Rattray
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Total: 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
152 Calories
7g Fat
21g Carbs
5g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories 152
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 49mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Protein 5g
Calcium 115mg 9%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Walnut oil gives this broccoli recipe an interesting flavor, but feel free to use olive oil or another nut oil.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon roasted walnut oil or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash black pepper

Steps to Make It

  1. Steam the broccoli just until tender.

  2. In a small saucepan, heat the butter and oil

  3. Add minced garlic, red onion, and lemon juice.

  4. Cook just until tender. Toss with the broccoli along with the salt and pepper.

  5. Taste and adjust seasonings.

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