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Make a healthy and delicious broccoli side dish with these easy recipes. These sides take just 20 minutes of active cooking time, so you can focus on preparing your main dish. Whether you keep it raw and crunchy or decide to cook it, broccoli is a great source of vitamins C and K. Recipes like Quick Broccoli Slaw and Honey-Chipotle Roasted Broccoli are flavorful, nutritious and a great addition to any meal.
01of 24Balsamic & Parmesan Roasted BroccoliView RecipeThis healthy side dish recipe couldn’t be simpler–or more delicious. Broccoli is roasted until brown and crispy, then topped with Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar for a savory and sweet flavor combination that can’t be beaten. Try this quick vegetable dish along with chicken, fish or really any main course. It’s also great in salads or warm grain bowls. Tip: Preheating the pan helps the broccoli to brown and develop nutty flavors. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2019
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Balsamic & Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
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This healthy side dish recipe couldn’t be simpler–or more delicious. Broccoli is roasted until brown and crispy, then topped with Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar for a savory and sweet flavor combination that can’t be beaten. Try this quick vegetable dish along with chicken, fish or really any main course. It’s also great in salads or warm grain bowls. Tip: Preheating the pan helps the broccoli to brown and develop nutty flavors. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2019
02of 24Cream of Broccoli SoupView RecipeThis simple and healthy cream of broccoli soup recipe gets its flavor from a mixture of aromatic vegetables, including leeks and celery. Using an immersion blender (or regular blender) gives it a smooth, creamy texture. Enjoy this easy homemade cream of broccoli soup as a comforting appetizer or pair it with a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2019
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Cream of Broccoli Soup
This simple and healthy cream of broccoli soup recipe gets its flavor from a mixture of aromatic vegetables, including leeks and celery. Using an immersion blender (or regular blender) gives it a smooth, creamy texture. Enjoy this easy homemade cream of broccoli soup as a comforting appetizer or pair it with a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2019
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Sautéed Broccoli with Peanut Sauce
04of 24Broccoli & Cauliflower SaladView RecipeThis festive holiday salad recipe features plenty of oven-roasted broccoli and cauliflower combined with massaged kale. Why massage the kale? It helps tenderize the leaves and infuses the sweet-tangy flavor of the dressing directly into the heart of this healthy winter salad. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2019
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Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad
This festive holiday salad recipe features plenty of oven-roasted broccoli and cauliflower combined with massaged kale. Why massage the kale? It helps tenderize the leaves and infuses the sweet-tangy flavor of the dressing directly into the heart of this healthy winter salad. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2019
05of 24Charred Broccoli with Almonds & CherriesWith many layers of texture and flavor, this creamy broccoli salad recipe is a delicious vegetable side that pairs with almost anything. If you can’t find dried cherries, try cranberries or currants. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2017
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Charred Broccoli with Almonds & Cherries
With many layers of texture and flavor, this creamy broccoli salad recipe is a delicious vegetable side that pairs with almost anything. If you can’t find dried cherries, try cranberries or currants. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2017
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Quick Broccoli Slaw
07of 24Colorful Roasted Sheet-Pan VeggiesView RecipeSonia BozzoThese easy roasted vegetables will give your plate a pop of color. Give the cubes of butternut squash a head start for 10 minutes to soften in the oven before adding in the other veggies. The broccoli, peppers and onion are naturally more tender than the butternut squash and cook more quickly. That way everything ends up finishing at the same time. Source: EatingWell.com, December 2017
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Colorful Roasted Sheet-Pan Veggies
Sonia Bozzo
These easy roasted vegetables will give your plate a pop of color. Give the cubes of butternut squash a head start for 10 minutes to soften in the oven before adding in the other veggies. The broccoli, peppers and onion are naturally more tender than the butternut squash and cook more quickly. That way everything ends up finishing at the same time. Source: EatingWell.com, December 2017
08of 24Honey-Chipotle Roasted BroccoliView RecipeHoney and chipotle peppers coat roasted broccoli in this sweet and smoky side dish. Serve alongside grilled pork, roasted chicken or with any main dish that could use some kick. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2020
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Honey-Chipotle Roasted Broccoli
Honey and chipotle peppers coat roasted broccoli in this sweet and smoky side dish. Serve alongside grilled pork, roasted chicken or with any main dish that could use some kick. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2020
09of 24Grilled Broccoli Wedges with Herb VinaigretteView RecipeLightly charring the broccoli then finishing over indirect heat allows the stems to get tender without becoming too burnt. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
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Grilled Broccoli Wedges with Herb Vinaigrette
Lightly charring the broccoli then finishing over indirect heat allows the stems to get tender without becoming too burnt. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
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Broccoli-Cauliflower Soup
11of 24Air-Fryer Broccoli & Cheese Baked PotatoesView RecipeThis side dish gives you the best of two potato favorites. Tender baked potato halves are topped with a creamy Cheddar cheese and broccoli filling, then they’re air-fried to create crispy skins. Air fryers require a lot less oil than deep fryers, which leaves room for an extra sprinkle of cheese. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
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Air-Fryer Broccoli & Cheese Baked Potatoes
This side dish gives you the best of two potato favorites. Tender baked potato halves are topped with a creamy Cheddar cheese and broccoli filling, then they’re air-fried to create crispy skins. Air fryers require a lot less oil than deep fryers, which leaves room for an extra sprinkle of cheese. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
12of 24Broccoli & Grape SaladView RecipeAn unlikely pairing of grapes and broccoli creates an out-of-the-ordinary quick side dish. The sweet snappy bite of the grapes complements the crispy raw broccoli and onion, while the creamy dressing and toasted almonds pull it all together. Enjoy it for lunch or double the recipe for an easy potluck recipe everyone will love. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020
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Broccoli & Grape Salad
An unlikely pairing of grapes and broccoli creates an out-of-the-ordinary quick side dish. The sweet snappy bite of the grapes complements the crispy raw broccoli and onion, while the creamy dressing and toasted almonds pull it all together. Enjoy it for lunch or double the recipe for an easy potluck recipe everyone will love. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020
13of 24Broccoli Rabe with Orange & SesameYou can go without using oil if you are cooking broccoli rabe in the dry heat of a skillet. It adds a nice sear to the oranges as well. Seasoned with toasty sesame, this healthy vegetable side dish is an easy flavor upgrade. Source: EatingWell Magazine, December 2019
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Broccoli Rabe with Orange & Sesame
You can go without using oil if you are cooking broccoli rabe in the dry heat of a skillet. It adds a nice sear to the oranges as well. Seasoned with toasty sesame, this healthy vegetable side dish is an easy flavor upgrade. Source: EatingWell Magazine, December 2019
14of 24Lemon-Roasted Mixed VegetablesView RecipeTossing these roasted vegetables with lemon zest gives them a bright, fresh flavor. Serve them along with roasted chicken or add them to sandwiches and grain bowls for an easy, healthy dinner or lunch. Source: What to Eat with Diabetes 2019
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Lemon-Roasted Mixed Vegetables
Tossing these roasted vegetables with lemon zest gives them a bright, fresh flavor. Serve them along with roasted chicken or add them to sandwiches and grain bowls for an easy, healthy dinner or lunch. Source: What to Eat with Diabetes 2019
15of 24Broccoli Rabe with Cannellini BeansBroccoli rabe can be a bitter bomb. Some people love it, while others… not so much. In this easy recipe, we cook the broccoli rabe for a few minutes in boiling water to tame its bitter bite. Serve with roasted chicken and potatoes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016
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Broccoli Rabe with Cannellini Beans
Broccoli rabe can be a bitter bomb. Some people love it, while others… not so much. In this easy recipe, we cook the broccoli rabe for a few minutes in boiling water to tame its bitter bite. Serve with roasted chicken and potatoes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016
16of 24Broccoli Salad with BaconView RecipeClassic broccoli salad, the perfect dish for a potluck, is updated with cauliflower, bacon and a sprinkle of crunchy sunflower seeds in this so-easy recipe that’s sure to be a new picnic favorite. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2018
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Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Classic broccoli salad, the perfect dish for a potluck, is updated with cauliflower, bacon and a sprinkle of crunchy sunflower seeds in this so-easy recipe that’s sure to be a new picnic favorite. Source: EatingWell.com, February 2018
17of 24Broccoli Salad with Sherry VinaigretteView RecipeParmesan, red onions and pecans contribute flavor and texture to this quick and easy broccoli salad that makes a great easy side dish for almost any protein. If you have leftovers, toss them with pasta for lunch the following day. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March 2019
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Broccoli Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette
Parmesan, red onions and pecans contribute flavor and texture to this quick and easy broccoli salad that makes a great easy side dish for almost any protein. If you have leftovers, toss them with pasta for lunch the following day. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March 2019
18of 24Roasted Broccoli with Lemon-Garlic VinaigretteView RecipeResist the temptation to turn the broccoli over while it roasts in this easy recipe. Leaving it cut-side down means you’ll get deliciously caramelized results. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2017
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Roasted Broccoli with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
Resist the temptation to turn the broccoli over while it roasts in this easy recipe. Leaving it cut-side down means you’ll get deliciously caramelized results. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2017
19of 24Broccoli with Black Bean-Garlic SauceView RecipeThe bold taste of black bean-garlic sauce mellows into a rich and warming glaze in this fast Asian-style dish. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Winter 2004
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Broccoli with Black Bean-Garlic Sauce
The bold taste of black bean-garlic sauce mellows into a rich and warming glaze in this fast Asian-style dish. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Winter 2004
20of 24Amish Broccoli SaladView RecipeThis creamy broccoli and cauliflower salad has a fabulous crunch. The salad holds well and is perfect for potlucks and picnics. Our version has considerably less sugar than most Amish salad recipes and is lighter because we use a mixture of low-fat Greek yogurt and mayonnaise for the dressing. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018
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Amish Broccoli Salad
This creamy broccoli and cauliflower salad has a fabulous crunch. The salad holds well and is perfect for potlucks and picnics. Our version has considerably less sugar than most Amish salad recipes and is lighter because we use a mixture of low-fat Greek yogurt and mayonnaise for the dressing. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018
21of 24Balsamic & Parmesan BroccoliView RecipeCooking this quick broccoli side dish recipe in a wok gives you a larger surface area, so you get lots of nice crispy bits. Serve with oven-roasted herb chicken or fish, or as a tasty topping to your grain bowl. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2017
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Balsamic & Parmesan Broccoli
Cooking this quick broccoli side dish recipe in a wok gives you a larger surface area, so you get lots of nice crispy bits. Serve with oven-roasted herb chicken or fish, or as a tasty topping to your grain bowl. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2017
22of 24Parmesan Broccoli BitesView RecipeAlmond flour (aka almond meal) makes the coating on these broccoli fries extra-crunchy and flavorful. Find it in the gluten-free section of large supermarkets and natural-foods stores. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2017
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Parmesan Broccoli Bites
Almond flour (aka almond meal) makes the coating on these broccoli fries extra-crunchy and flavorful. Find it in the gluten-free section of large supermarkets and natural-foods stores. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2017
23of 24Tangy Broccoli with AlmondsView RecipeThis easy 15-minute broccoli side dish means you have no excuse not to eat your veggies. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Tangy Broccoli with Almonds
This easy 15-minute broccoli side dish means you have no excuse not to eat your veggies. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
24of 24Broccoli-Barley PilafRobust, chewy barley teams up with crisp broccoli, creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese in this flavorful side dish. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Broccoli-Barley Pilaf
Robust, chewy barley teams up with crisp broccoli, creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese in this flavorful side dish. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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