Mediterranean style broccoli

Mediterranean style broccoli

This was one of the first dishes – side dishes, to be honest – I ever made. My husband found the recipe. I loved it and enriched it a bit with time, always truly enjoying it as I adore olives, almonds and basil. And broccoli, of course 🙂

The crucial thing to prepare Mediterranean style broccoli right is to steam-cook it. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t have a steam cooker, because the improvisation is simple. Pour about an inch of water into a pan and cover it with a large spaghetti strainer. Place the broccoli florets into the strainer and cover with a lid. The method is easy and quick – every veggie will be perfectly prepared in no time!

As for this lovely Mediterranean style broccoli – it goes well with numerous dishes. My recommendation would be to pair it with aromatic saffron chickpea.

Mediterranean style broccoli

Course: SidesDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes

A quick and easy way to prepare broccoli and enjoy a flavorful side dish. With the rich toppings such as almonds and olives, it’s a great way to introduce this veggie into a daily diet for kids, too.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium broccoli

  • 2 cloves of garlic

  • Handful of pitted olives, chopped

  • A handful of almonds, chopped

  • A handful of fresh basil 

  • Olive oil, 1 tbsp

  • Salt and pepper

Directions

  • Separate the broccoli into florets and cook-steam until it becomes soft. Move aside.
  • In a large pan, heat the tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat and add the garlic. Cook for a minute and then add the broccoli and olives.
  • Stir-fry the broccoli and garlic for a few minutes, until they’re covered in oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper, toss the fresh basil and coarsely chopped almonds. 

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