Zesty Garlic Broccoli

Name: Zesty Garlic Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh broccoli florets; 1/4 cup water; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Dash crushed red pepper flakes

I've been a vegetarian for over 20 years and often experiment with flavors compatible to the many vegetables I prepare. My nephew, who lived with me for a year while going to graduate school, thought this was one of my best creations. —Louiza Kemyan, Palm Springs, California

Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Place first five ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until broccoli is crisp-tender, 5 minutes. Drain. Toss with pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 42 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as DUP Zesty Broccoli in Reminisce May/June 1999

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annlindblad

Aug 29, 2019

too garlicky
annrms

Jan 16, 2019

Winner, winner!!! Used melted buttery margarine instead of the oil. Used my steamer basket. Will make it again!
MarineMom_texas

Jan 15, 2019

I prepared this recipe for dinner tonight and it was delicious. Not only quick and easy but it had a delightful subtle garlic flavor. I did not use the red pepper flakes but sprinkled a little seasoning that brought out the flavors. We will be having this easy recipe again.
bmbadgley

May 1, 2012

Blander than expected. I used the pepper flakes, but somehow it did not enhance the flavor of the broccoli. Maybe more salt, or garlic? I love broccoli, so will play around with this recipe next time.
StephsMom

Nov 8, 2010

It has become a favorite! I make enough to have leftovers which is excellant added in an omelet or frittata the next day.