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How to Properly Cook Frozen Broccoli
Unlock the secret to delicious frozen broccoli with our easy-to-follow guide. Discover our quick-roasting method that brings out the flavor of broccoli with simple ingredients like garlic and olive oil and explore more methods including steaming, microwaving, sautéing, and air frying.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 150 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen broccoli florets
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium lemon zest and juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the frozen broccoli florets in a sealable bag or bowl.
- To the broccoli, add minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the contents to evenly coat the broccoli.
- Spread the coated broccoli onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the florets begin to brown slightly and are tender-crisp.
- If you choose to use lemon and Parmesan, drizzle the roasted broccoli with lemon juice, then sprinkle with lemon zest and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
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Notes
Nutrition Information
Calories
150kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
383mg
(16%)
Potassium
374mg
(11%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
805IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
101mg
(112%)
Calcium
203mg
(20%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 383mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 374mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 805IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 101mg | 112% |
| Calcium | 203mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.