Garlic Lemon Broccoli Stir-Fry

A vibrant and healthy stir-fry featuring crisp-tender broccoli tossed in a zesty garlic lemon sauce. Perfect as a light main dish packed with flavor and nutrients.

Main Dish
Easy 15 min 180 cal
Steps

1. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. 2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. 4. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. 5. Pour lemon juice over the broccoli and season with salt and black pepper. 6. Stir well and cook for another minute. 7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using. 8. Serve alone or over cooked quinoa or rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

1 cup broccoli florets 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 lemon, juiced Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional) 1/4 cup cooked quinoa or rice (optional for a fuller meal)

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