GI Caramelized Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 heads of broccoli(1 1/4 pounds total), stems peeled and heads halved lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation

  1. In a large, deep skillet or dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add the broccoli, cut side down, cover and cook over medium heat until richly browned on the bottom, about 8 minutes. Add the water, cover and cook until the broccoli is just tender and the water has evaporated, about 7 minutes. Move broccoli to the sides of pan and in the middle add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with the garlic and the crushed red pepper. Cook uncovered, stirring often so the garlic doesn't burn, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove to serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest and lemon juice.

Categories

  • Side Dish
  • Vegetable
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • GI

Nutrition Information

Serving Size
3/4 cup
Serves
6
Calories
96.40
Total Fat (g)
7.10
Saturated Fat (g)
1.00
Sodium (mg)
228.00
Total Carbohydrates (g)
7.40
Dietary Fiber (g)
2.60
Protein (g)
2.80