25 Best Broccoli Recipes

Warming soups, hearty stir-fries, and more: these recipes will show you that broccoli is more than just a side dish.

Baked Broccoli with Parmesan

A blend of basil, toasted pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese makes a flavorful topping for Ina's oven-roasted broccoli.

Farfalle pasta with broccoli

Giada tosses pasta and colorful broccoli with a simple yet rich sauce of garlic, anchovies, and red pepper flakes.

Broccoli spread

Fresh broccoli is delicious in a variety of recipes, but this version works best with a head of broccoli that's been sitting in the refrigerator. Simply chop it and simmer it slowly in olive oil and herbs. The result is a delicious, versatile spread that can be spread on crispy toast and topped with feta cheese, tossed with pasta, added to a bowl of rice, or added to a salad dressing. Broccoli spread will keep in the refrigerator for several days, so experiment!

Juicy omelette with vegetables in a frying pan

This Italian omelet is a great way to use up leftover cooked vegetables, like from last night's dinner. Broccoli is a perfect addition, pairing beautifully with cheddar, but you can use any grated cheese you have on hand. Since the frittata is cooked on the stovetop and then finished in the oven, you'll need a suitable frying pan.

Steak with broccoli, stewed in Asian oyster sauce

Ree's dish is ready in 20 minutes—the perfect quick lunch. The rich flavor comes from a sauce made of brown sugar, soy sauce, and ginger. The steak is marinated in it and also serves as the base for the cooking liquid.

Mashed potatoes with greens and broccoli

Broccoli and fresh herbs complement mashed potatoes perfectly.

Cheese casserole with mushrooms and broccoli

Sunny's hearty casserole combines rice and shiitake mushrooms with frozen broccoli and cheddar. Although Sunny prepares it as a special side dish, it's filling enough to serve as a main course.

Broccoli and Cheddar Puff Pastry Ring

Your favorite soup, served in a new way: inside a croissant crust. This pull-apart ring pie is the perfect vegetarian dish for a crowd.

Pan-fried chicken with broccoli

This easy weeknight stir-fry is filling and comforting. The broccoli stems add extra texture and volume—don't throw them away.

Asian Broccoli Noodle Salad

Store-bought shredded broccoli salad and bagged ramen combine to make a simple picnic dish that takes just 5 minutes to prepare.



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Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes with Broccoli and Cheddar

This filling, full-fledged dinner is prepared entirely in a slow cooker and will be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Broccoli with garlic in the oven

You're sure to love broccoli this way—roasted until tender and golden brown. For best results, toss the broccoli with spices and bake in a preheated oven.

Mac and cheese with cheddar, chicken and broccoli

Rachel adds chunks of chicken and tender broccoli to a hearty, comforting mac 'n' cheese casserole.

Vegetarian Broccoli Steaks

These broccoli steaks are perfect for vegetarians. They're topped with feta, red onion, and a blood orange vinaigrette.

Plain boiled broccoli

Freshen up plain steamed broccoli with lemon wedges.

Pot pies with chicken and broccoli

Giada's mini pies are perfect for kids, but adults will love this dish too.

Sesame Chicken with Broccoli Rice (Whole30 Diet)

This protein-rich chicken and broccoli dish is Whole30-friendly (a diet based on whole, unprocessed foods that excludes sugar, dairy, grains, and legumes). Every part of the broccoli is used, from the stems to the florets. The stems are used to make a low-carb "rice," and the florets are steamed.

Frittata with potatoes, sausage and broccoli

Molly's hash-inspired frittata is delicious hot or cold—perfect for brunch with friends.

Broccoli Salad with Raisins

Trisha combines a variety of flavors and textures in one salad. Broccoli is coated in a mayonnaise-vinegar dressing that holds together the salty, sweet, and crunchy ingredients: chopped bacon, onions, raisins, and sunflower seeds.

Broccoli Stem Stir-Fry

Ree's motto is "everything is useful in the kitchen," and this recipe is a perfect example. She sautés broccoli stems until golden brown, then seasons them with garlic, ginger, and cilantro.

Pasta with broccoli sauce

Broccoli is low in cholesterol but rich in vitamins, making this pesto sauce especially healthy. Use walnuts instead of traditional pine nuts—they're cheaper, lower in calories, and contain fiber. Serve the sauce with whole-wheat or brown rice pasta for a gluten-free dish.

Cheese soup with broccoli

Why use just one type of cheese when you can use three? Ree chooses sharp and mild cheddar, as well as Jack cheese, for her thick and creamy soup. If needed, the soup can be thinned slightly with chicken broth.

Fried broccoli

This dish is simple but very tasty, thanks to a clove of garlic and dried red chili flakes.

Quiche with brie cheese and broccoli

This is Ree's fail-safe recipe: she makes the perfect pie crust and fills it with layers of caramelized onions, broccoli, and shredded Brie. A creamy egg wash binds everything together.









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