Broccoli with Pine Nuts (Cooking for 2)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
92%
Broccoli with Pine Nuts (Cooking for 2)
20 min.
2
489kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious side dish that’s both healthy and satisfying? Look no further than our Broccoli with Pine Nuts recipe! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also boasts an impressive health score of 92, making it a perfect addition to any meal.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant and nutritious side that features tender broccoli spears tossed with golden, toasted pine nuts. The combination of the earthy flavor of broccoli and the rich, buttery taste of pine nuts creates a harmonious balance that will elevate your dining experience. With only 489 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without compromising your health goals.

Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or a hearty grain dish, Broccoli with Pine Nuts is sure to impress. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural flavors to shine, while the pine nuts add a delightful crunch that will keep you coming back for more. Perfect for a cozy dinner for two or as a standout side at your next gathering, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves fresh, wholesome food.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound broccoli cut into spears
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat 1 cup water to boiling in 2-quart saucepan; add broccoli. Cook about 10 minutes or until stems are crisp-tender; drain.
  2. Melt butter in 8-inch skillet. Cook pine nuts in butter over medium heat about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Stir pine nuts into broccoli.

Nutrition Facts

Calories489kcal
Protein7.42%
Fat80.33%
Carbs12.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
2.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.94739141542%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.36mg
Kaempferol
13.34mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
5.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.99kcal
24.45%
Fat:46.56g
71.62%
Saturated Fat:6.59g
41.16%
Carbohydrates:15.97g
5.32%
Net Carbohydrates:10.3g
3.75%
Sugar:4.1g
4.56%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:324.38mg
14.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.68g
19.35%
Vitamin C:152.05mg
184.31%
Vitamin K:191.69µg
182.56%
Manganese:3.33mg
166.39%
Vitamin A:2084.47IU
41.69%
Vitamin E:5.36mg
35.7%
Phosphorus:312.85mg
31.29%
Magnesium:121.28mg
30.32%
Folate:118.92µg
29.73%
Copper:0.53mg
26.44%
Fiber:5.67g
22.69%
Potassium:750.91mg
21.45%
Zinc:2.87mg
19.16%
Iron:3.11mg
17.27%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.83%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.6%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.43%
Vitamin B3:2.58mg
12.88%
Vitamin B5:1.1mg
11.04%
Calcium:93.86mg
9.39%
Selenium:4.49µg
6.41%