Four Delicious Broccoli Recipes

Many bend broccoli from afar, but do you know why broccoli is so good for health? It is a very nutritious vegetable that contains vitamins A, C and E as well as amino acids, zinc and potassium.

It is full of antioxidants that have the ability to fight free radicals and cleanse the blood. In addition, broccoli zeaxanthin and beta-carotene support eye health. Its Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins speed up the body’s production of collagen, restoring the skin’s elasticity and protecting it from the sun.

Nor should we forget the high fiber content of broccoli, which improves digestion, prevents inflammation and keeps intestinal inflammation away.

To get the most out of broccoli it is best steamed or eaten raw. 

Below we will share with you some tasty recipes for making broccoli.

1. Broccoli gratin with meat

This is definitely one of the most delicious broccoli recipes. This dish is great for lunch and only takes about 15 minutes to prepare. Meat brings in the calories and protein needed for it, while the nutrients in broccoli balance it.

Ingredients

• 1 whole broccoli
• 5 slices of meat
• 1/4 onion sliced
• 1 tomato
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Cotija cheese (150 g)

Instructions

• First, steam the broccoli for 5 minutes.
• Next, cut it into small pieces.
• Then pour the olive oil into the frying pan and add the meat. Bake until golden brown.

• Once you have chopped the tomatoes and onions, add them to the frying pan and sauté.
• Then add the broccoli.
• Finally, add more cheese and butter and fry until melted.

2. Tagliatelle pasta with broccoli

This is one of the most beloved pastas. This combination of pasta, chicken and broccoli makes for a great and tasty meal. White sauce helps to soften the bitter taste of vegetables.

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken breast
• Pasta (500 g)
• 1 whole broccoli
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 dl low-fat food cream
• 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
• Onion powder

• 1 tablespoon flour
• A touch of garlic
• Salt (for seasoning)
• 1 cup broth (250 ml)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

• First cut the chicken into small pieces.
• Then pour the olive oil into the pan and brown the chicken. Cover with a lid and let fry.
• Boil the pasta and cool it. Save boiling water.
• Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into small pieces.
• Next, add more butter, saute the onion and garlic and fry until floured until browned.
• Add a cup of pasta boiling water, chicken broth and cream.
• Before serving Strain the pasta and add the broccoli.
• Finally, cover the pasta and broccoli with the sauce and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

3. Broccoli with butter

You can enjoy this delicious vegetable in as simple a way as you can hear it with butter and season it.

Ingredients

• 1 whole broccoli
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/8 onion chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning)

Instructions

• First, cook the broccoli for 4 minutes.
• Then add the oil and butter to the pan.
• Next, add the garlic there and saute. Be careful not to burn.
• Finally Strain the broccoli, season with salt and pepper and enjoy.

4. Shrimp with broccoli

Shrimp should not be eaten constantly, but every now and then they are a good way to get some iodine, vitamins, fat and protein. They go great with broccoli, which is full of nutrients.

Ingredients

• 5 shrimps per person
• 1 whole broccoli
• 3 cloves of garlic

• 2 chives
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 piece of ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• ½ cup of water (125 ml)
• ½ tablespoons chicken broth powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

• First, pour the olive oil into the pan and saute the chopped broccoli.
• Chop the garlic and chives and add them to the pan.
• Grate the ginger and add it to the mixture. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
• Add the cornstarch to half a cup of water, along with white wine vinegar, chicken broth powder, sugar and soy sauce. Beat lightly.
• When the broccoli is ready, add the shrimp (refined).
• When they turn pink, pour in the previously made liquid mixture and cook for 2 minutes until the shrimp are completely pink.
• Serve with a little rice as a side dish.

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