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Balsamic and parmesan broccoli is a great, healthy side dish. Made with fresh broccoli and seasoned with shallots, garlic and balsamic vinegar.
This white balsamic and parmesan broccoli is a simple and delicious side dish. It’s low in carbs and a healthy side that can be served with your favorite meal.
The white balsamic gives the broccoli a pop of flavor and the parmesan cheese adds a nice touch to top off the broccoli.
What are the health benefits of eating broccoli?
Broccoli is an excellent source of vitamin C. It is also a great source of fiber, potassium, B6 and vitamin A.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Makes a great, healthy side dish
- Flavorful way to eat broccoli
- Quick and easy stovetop recipe
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Olive oil
- Broccoli florets
- Shallot
- Minced garlic
- White balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Ground pepper
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
How to make this recipe
1 – Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and cook while continuously stirring until it starts to brown in spots, about 5 minutes.
2 – Reduce heat to medium. Push broccoli to the side of the skillet. Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil, shallot, garlic, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring continuously until broccoli is soft, about 3 more minutes.
3 – Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
How do I store my leftover cooked broccoli?
Transfer broccoli to an airtight storage container and keep in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
Can I freeze my leftover cooked broccoli?
Yes, spread the broccoli out on a parchment sheet lined cookie sheet. Place the tray in the freezer until the broccoli is frozen, about 2 hours. Once the broccoli is frozen, transfer to a freezer safe resealable bag. The broccoli should last up to 6 to 8 months.
Calories per serving (approximately 1/2 cup): 80
Balsamic And Parmesan Broccoli
Balsamic and parmesan broccoli is a great, healthy side dish. Made with fresh broccoli and seasoned with shallots, garlic and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 6 cups broccoli florets (12 ounces)
- 1 small shallot, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Heat 1 tbsp of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and cook while continuously stirring until it starts to brown in spots, about 5 minutes.
2. Reduce heat to medium. Push broccoli to the side of the skillet. Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil, shallot, garlic, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring continuously until broccoli is soft, about 3 more minutes.
3. Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle broccoli with parmesan cheese.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Amount Per Serving: Calories: 80Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 179mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g
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What a flavorful and healthy side dish. Perfect for any meal.
Thanks, Andrea! 🙂
Love broccoli but never tried it this way. Sounds so flavorful. Pinned.
Thanks! I hope you enjoy it.
I love the flavors of balsamic and Parmesan together but I’ve never paired them with broccoli! I’m going to make this for dinner this week! Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome. Let me know how you like it.
Broccoli and cheese are perfect together. I love how simple this is, it could go with so many things.
Thanks, Valerie. It goes great with so many different main dishes.
We eat a lot of broccoli in our house and I love your flavor combo! So Yummy!
Thanks, Emily!