Recipe Page: Purple Sprouting Broccoli

Garlic Lemon Purple Sprouting Broccoli

Duration: 17 minutes

Lemony garlic deliciousness coating vibrant purple sprouting broccoli.

Utensils

  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pound purple sprouting broccoli, trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. In a large bowl, toss the trimmed purple sprouting broccoli with minced garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  4. Spread the broccoli evenly on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and slightly caramelized, tossing halfway through cooking.
  6. Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Serve the garlic lemon purple sprouting broccoli hot as a delicious side dish.

Purple Sprouting Broccoli and Feta Frittata

Duration: 40 minutes

A frittata full of delicious goodies.

Utensils

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pound purple sprouting broccoli, trimmed
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the trimmed purple sprouting broccoli to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, crumbled feta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the broccoli in the skillet.
  6. Cook on the stovetop for 3-4 minutes, until the edges start to set.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the frittata is set and golden brown on top.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  9. Serve the purple sprouting broccoli and feta frittata warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Purple Sprouting Broccoli and Chickpea Stir-Fry

Duration: 25 minutes

A vibrant and delicious stir-fry.

Utensils

  • Skillet or wok
  • Small bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 pound purple sprouting broccoli, trimmed
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup or agave nectar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the sauce.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the trimmed purple sprouting broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  5. Pour the sauce over the broccoli and chickpeas in the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly and everything is heated through.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
  8. Serve the purple sprouting broccoli and chickpea stir-fry hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired, and alongside cooked rice or noodles.