Best 6 Broccoli Italiano Recipes

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Broccoli italiano is a classic dish known for its enticing blend of flavors and textures. This delightful recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant dinner party. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own as a light meal or served as a side dish to complement a main course. With its combination of fresh broccoli, aromatic garlic, savory seasonings, and a drizzle of olive oil, broccoli italiano promises a delectable experience for all.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN-STYLE BROCCOLI



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With just a handful of ingredients, this side comes together in a jiffy. Coupled with the ravioli, it's a menu that might just make you fall in love, Italian-style! -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, KS

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, cut into 2-inch spears
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

ITALIAN BROCCOLI



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This recipe is so easy and elegant. Red peppers and garlic really kick steamed brocolli up a notch. Serve with any pasta dish instead of a salad.

Provided by Simply Chris

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 shallots, thinly sliced
1 sweet red pepper, sliced into rounds
1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated
salt and pepper
red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli in a steamer basket.
  • Steam over boiling water in a large covered saucepan for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  • Transfer to large bowl.
  • Saute the garlic, red pepper and shallots in a large skillet with the olive oil for 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add the broccoli and mix well.
  • Add the salt, black pepper, red-pepper flakes and Asiago cheese.
  • Toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 53.8, Carbohydrate 16.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 5.3

BROCCOLI ITALIANO



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My husband didn't like broccoli until I gave it some of my special Italian touches. Now I can't serve this delicious side dish often enough. -Melanie Habener of Lompoc, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5-1/2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
4 teaspoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large fresh mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Place broccoli in a steamer basket over water; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a nonstick skillet, cook onions in oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Reduce heat. Add the broccoli, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Add mushrooms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI ITALIANO



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I got this recipe from my grocery store and it is my favorite way to serve broccoli now! It is light and the roasted garlic and lemon make it so fresh tasting. Enjoy!

Provided by jacknalecsmom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 1 vegetable side dish, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
2 teaspoons roasted garlic (from a jar)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl and stir in the garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes, stirring once, or until crisp tender.
  • Stir in cheese and lemon juice; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.7, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 335.5, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.4

ITALIAN BROCCOLI SALAD



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This adaptable make-ahead salad is a great instant lunch or side dish. It starts with raw broccoli florets and stems, thinly sliced into irregular shapes to create many textures. As the broccoli sits with salt and vinegar, it softens and becomes slaw. Its mellow flavor is contrasted by the loud ingredients typically found in an Italian sub or chopped salad, like shallots, pickled peppers, olives and provolone. Feel free to add more protein in the form of cured meats, chickpeas, lentils or mozzarella; vegetables like sweet tomatoes or iceberg lettuce; or basil.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small shallot, thinly sliced
1 1/2 pounds broccoli (about 2 medium heads)
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
1/2 cup roasted, salted almonds, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup drained, sliced pickled peppers, such as peperoncini
1/4 cup pitted, torn olives, such as kalamata or Castelvetrano
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1/3 cup red wine vinegar, plus more as needed
3 slices provolone (about 3 ounces), torn or cut into bite-size pieces (or use 1 1/2 ounces aged provolone)

Steps:

  • Rinse the sliced shallot under cold water and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Cut the stalks away from the broccoli heads. Using a knife or vegetable peeler, remove the fibrous outer layer of the stalks so its light green insides emerge; compost or discard the outer layer. Thinly slice the stalks crosswise, then thinly slice the heads into bite-size pieces. (A mix of shapes and sizes adds texture to the salad, so chop up the broccoli a few ways; there's no one right way to go about it.) Transfer to the large bowl as you go, then transfer any loose bits from the cutting board to the bowl.
  • Season the broccoli generously with salt and pepper, then add the almonds, pickled peppers, olives, oil, vinegar and provolone. Toss vigorously with a spoon until everything is combined and the broccoli is shiny with oil.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar as needed. Let sit at least 10 minutes before serving. The salad improves with age as its flavors meld, and it can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. Before serving, bring to room temperature and adjust salt, pepper, oil and vinegar to taste, as flavors change in the fridge.

ITALIAN-STYLE BROCCOLI RABE



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Garlic, lemon, and the nutty bitterness of broccoli rabe are a wonderful combination. I'm deathly allergic to tree nuts, but this Italian side dish smelled so good the first time I encountered it, I called my doctor the next day to find out if pine nuts are actually nuts. He didn't know. I went back and ate it anyway. Turns out pine nuts are seeds, by the way.

Provided by Brian Genest

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
½ teaspoon salt
3 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ cup pine nuts
1 wedge lemon

Steps:

  • Combine 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, anchovy paste, and salt in the bowl of a small food processor; blend into a paste.
  • Remove leaves from broccoli rabe and cut off and discard the bottom 1/4 of the stalks. Cut remaining stalks into pieces.
  • Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook uncovered for 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain. Wrap broccoli rabe in cheesecloth, place in a strainer, and run under water for 10 minutes. Periodically press the rabe to "wring out" any bitter fluids. Pat dry and transfer to a resealable bag. Add anchovy paste and crushed red peppers; marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toast pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until browned and fragrant but not burned, about 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside. Reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 teaspoon olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli rabe and cook until fork tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to a plate, top with pine nuts, and drizzle with lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 332.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellow or wilted florets.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Cut the broccoli into 1-inch florets and rinse them well under cold water. You can also peel the stems if desired.
  • Cook the broccoli al dente: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender-crisp, but still has a slight crunch. Overcooked broccoli will be mushy and bland.
  • Season the broccoli well: Broccoli can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces. Some popular options include garlic, lemon, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
  • Serve the broccoli immediately: Broccoli is best served hot or at room temperature. It can be served as a side dish, main course, or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Broccoli is a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its mild flavor and众多health benefits, broccoli is a great addition to any healthy diet. Whether you're roasting it, steaming it, or sautéing it, there's a broccoli recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give broccoli a try!

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