Herby broccoli

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
35%
Herby broccoli
15 min.
4
200kcal

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Looking for a vibrant side dish that is both nutritious and bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Herby Broccoli! This delightful recipe is perfect for those who embrace a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, as well as anyone looking for a gluten-free and dairy-free option. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a dish that not only pleases the palate but also offers a refreshing twist to your meals.

The star of this recipe is the long-stem broccoli, which is steamed to perfection, leaving it tender yet crisp. We elevate the dish by mixing fresh mint leaves into a vibrant basil pesto, adding a burst of herbaceous flavor that complements the broccoli beautifully. The final touch? A sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for a satisfying crunch and a nutty richness.

With only 200 calories per serving, this Herby Broccoli dish is not just delicious but also guilt-free. Its unique combination of flavors will make it a standout side for any meal, whether you're serving it at a casual family dinner or a festive gathering with friends. So gather your ingredients, and let’s transform this humble vegetable into a showstopper on your dinner table!

Ingredients

  • 300 long-stem broccoli 
  • small bunch mint leaves chopped
  • 145 basil pesto (or vegetarian alternative)
  • tbsp pinenuts toasted

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Steam the broccoli for 5-8 mins until tender. Meanwhile, stir the mint leaves into the pesto.
    2. Put the broccoli on a serving dish, drizzle over the minted pesto and sprinkle with the toasted pine nuts.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories200kcal
    Protein8.84%
    Fat74.39%
    Carbs16.77%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    8
    Glycemic Load
    0.97
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    13.898695468903%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.31mg
    Hesperetin
    0.1mg
    Apigenin
    0.05mg
    Luteolin
    0.73mg
    Kaempferol
    5.88mg
    Myricetin
    0.05mg
    Quercetin
    2.44mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:200.14kcal
    10.01%
    Fat:17.12g
    26.34%
    Saturated Fat:2.65g
    16.58%
    Carbohydrates:8.68g
    2.89%
    Net Carbohydrates:5.89g
    2.14%
    Sugar:2.61g
    2.91%
    Cholesterol:2.9mg
    0.97%
    Sodium:364.1mg
    15.83%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:4.58g
    9.15%
    Vitamin C:67.26mg
    81.52%
    Vitamin K:79.19µg
    75.42%
    Manganese:0.61mg
    30.47%
    Vitamin A:1241.98IU
    24.84%
    Folate:50.09µg
    12.52%
    Fiber:2.8g
    11.18%
    Calcium:96.84mg
    9.68%
    Phosphorus:78.98mg
    7.9%
    Potassium:272.54mg
    7.79%
    Magnesium:29.1mg
    7.27%
    Vitamin E:1.05mg
    7.01%
    Vitamin B6:0.14mg
    6.86%
    Iron:1.09mg
    6.03%
    Vitamin B2:0.1mg
    5.99%
    Copper:0.11mg
    5.3%
    Vitamin B1:0.07mg
    4.82%
    Vitamin B5:0.45mg
    4.49%
    Zinc:0.64mg
    4.27%
    Vitamin B3:0.72mg
    3.58%
    Selenium:1.91µg
    2.73%