Best 7 Steamed Broccoli Italian Style Recipes

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Steamed broccoli Italian style is an easy-to-follow yet delectable dish that adds a healthy and flavorful twist to your everyday meals. With just a few simple ingredients, including fresh broccoli, olive oil, garlic, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, you can create this delightful side dish that's sure to impress your family and friends. The secret to achieving perfectly steamed broccoli Italian style lies in finding the right balance of flavors and textures, ensuring that the broccoli retains its vibrant green color while infusing it with the aromatic herbs and spices.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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.

STEAMED BROCCOLI



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A quick and simple broccoli recipe. Skip the bacon, swap olive oil for butter, toss in some cheese; whatever you like.

Provided by hcir614

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 slice cooked bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix steamed broccoli, bacon, butter, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 90.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

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

STEAMED BROCCOLI ITALIAN STYLE



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My Italian mother made broccoli at least 2 times a week, every week -- and now I do the same for my DH and 3 sons: they devour mountains of this broccoli. It's so good for you!

Provided by Gina Farina

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 head broccoli (the smaller and more purple the buds, the better)
1 fresh lemon
extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse the broccoli and trim off the very bottom of the thick stem. You can either steam the entire head whole or cut it up into florets.
  • Steam the broccoli (but don't over cook it).
  • Lay out on a platter.
  • Drizzle with lots of fresh lemon juice.
  • Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil to taste.
  • (Optional) add fresh minced garlic to taste.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • This can be served either hot or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.7, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 50.2, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.3

PERFECT STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 small head of broccoli

Steps:

  • Cut off 2 inches from the stem end and peel the stalks. Bring an inch of water to a boil, set a vegetable steamer over the water, place the broccoli on the steamer, cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until the broccoli is cooked through but still firm. An alternative way is to separate the florets from the stalks; steam the florets and reserve the stalks for another day.

ITALIAN DRESSED BROCCOLI



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Here's a tangy treatment for broccoli that the whole family will enjoy. It tastes terrific with Italian-themed meals, but would work equally well alongside almost any main dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli, onion and water in a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are tender and liquid is reduced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Lightly steamed broccoli retains more nutrients than boiled. Serve it with a simple vinaigrette for a quick, healthy side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bunch broccoli
Dijon Vinaigrette, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Discard bottom 3 inches of stalk. Peel away any fibrous skin, cut heads into large florets, and place in a steamer basket set inside a pot with 2 inches boiling water. Steam, covered, until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with Dijon vinaigrette, if desired.

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Select broccoli with compact florets and firm stalks. Avoid broccoli with yellowing or wilted florets.
  • Steam broccoli properly: Steaming is the best way to preserve broccoli's nutrients and bright green color. Steam broccoli for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still slightly crisp.
  • Use good-quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for this recipe. It adds a rich, fruity flavor to the broccoli.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When sautéing the garlic and red pepper flakes, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the garlic from burning.
  • Season to taste: Taste the broccoli before serving and adjust the seasoning accordingly. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Conclusion:

Steamed broccoli Italian style is a simple yet delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is also a great side dish for grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or steak. With its vibrant green color and slightly crunchy texture, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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