The Best Broccoli Recipe Recipe
This recipe for Broccoli with Garlic, Lemon Zest and Chili flakes is our "go-to" broccoli recipe - simple, yet full of amazing flavor! Vegan, healthy, can be made in 15 minutes!
How to Make the Best The Best Broccoli Recipe
This vibrant broccoli recipe proves that the simplest preparations can yield the most incredible flavors. With just a few quality ingredients—garlic, lemon zest, and chili flakes—you transform humble broccoli florets into a side dish that’s impossible to resist. The combination of spicy heat, bright citrus, and pungent garlic creates a flavor profile that’s both sophisticated and comforting.
What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility and speed. From start to finish, you can have this delicious side dish on the table in just 15 minutes. The steaming method keeps the broccoli tender yet slightly firm, while the quick sauté of garlic and chili infuses every bite with flavor. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers consistent, restaurant-quality results every time.
This vegan, plant-based side dish pairs beautifully with virtually any main course—from grilled fish to pasta to roasted chicken. The bright, zesty flavors cut through heavier dishes while standing up on their own merit. Keep a lemon and garlic on hand, and you’ll have the foundation for one of the easiest yet most impressive vegetables you can prepare.
The Best Broccoli Recipe
This recipe for Broccoli with Garlic, Lemon Zest and Chili flakes is our "go-to" broccoli recipe - simple, yet full of amazing flavor! Vegan, healthy, can be made in 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Tear or cut broccoli florets into small florets, roughly the same size to ensure even doneness. Thinly slice the stems into ⅛-inch thick disks.
Steaming
- Pour ¾-inch of water into a medium pot and place a steamer basket over the top. Water should not cover the bottom of the basket.
- Place broccoli stems in the basket first, then florets and cover with a lid. Bring water to a boil.
- Lower heat to medium-low, and simmer covered until fork-tender, about 5 minutes.
Finishing
- While the broccoli is steaming, heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté garlic over medium heat until fragrant, add chili flakes.
- When garlic is golden, add lemon zest, give a stir and turn the heat off.
- Using tongs, add the steamed broccoli to the skillet, season generously with salt and pepper and give a gentle stir.
- Taste, adjust salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Add a little more olive oil if you like so broccoli is nicely coated.
- Serve and enjoy!
