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16 Broccoli Recipes We Can't Get Enough Of Right Now

Adding extra greens to dinner has never been easier. This versatile broccoli collection features frittata, hummus, soup, and more.
16 Broccoli Recipes We Can't Get Enough Of Right Now

Photo, Erik Putz.

Broccoli is a versatile vegetable that can do a lot of different things in the kitchen, whether it's puréed down into a comforting broccoli-cheddar soup, or the clever base of a creamy, nutty hummus. Here are just a few of our favourite broccoli recipes that make the most of this dark green cruciferous vegetable.

Miso-glazed chicken thighs and king oyster mushrooms

Sheet-pan dinners are weeknight winners! Besides the rice, this sweet and savoury dish comes together on one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Get this miso-glazed chicken thighs recipe.

Glazed chicken thighs with miso sauce, roasted broccoli and mushrooms on a sheet panPhoto: Carmen Cheung.

Broccoli Pistou Soup

This fresh take on broccoli soup is packed with hearty vegetables including acorn squash and celery. Get the full recipe here

Soup in a blue bowl with pasta, broccoli and other legumes Photo: Erik Putz

Hoisin chicken rice bowl

Packed with broccoli, chicken, brown rice, orange slices and cashews, this healthy grain bowl gets a spicy kick from sriracha! Get this hoisin chicken rice bowl recipe.

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Hoisin chicken rice bowlPhoto, Erik Putz.

’Cheesy’ vegan broccoli and cauliflower bites

If you’re craving cheesy broccoli, but are looking for a vegan alternative, nutritional yeast is a great substitute for cheese. Get this ‘cheesy’ vegan broccoli and cauliflower bites recipe.

cheesy vegan broccoli and cauliflower bitesPhoto, Erik Putz.

Skillet Broccoli And Potato Frittata

Eggs for dinner? Why not! This potato and broccoli frittata is packed with veggies and makes for a filling (and easy-to-make) weeknight meal. Get this skillet broccoli and potato frittata recipe.

Skillet broccoli and potato frittataPhoto, Erik Putz.

Broccoli hummus

Try this nutty green vegetable hummus that works as an elegant appetizer or easy snack. Top with sesame seeds, pistachios, pepitas and chopped herbs for an herbaceous, crunchy finish. Get this broccoli hummus recipe.

broccoli hummus recipePhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Broccoli and cheddar soup

Made with milk, instead of cream, this cheesy soup has only 191 calories, and is a cozy way to get your veggies. Get this broccoli and cheddar soup recipe.

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Cheddar Broccoli soupPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Broccoli cheddar tots

Move over PB&J: broccoli and cheese is competing for the best-pairing crown. Blended into a tot, these oven-baked treats are a great side dish or appetizer. Get this broccoli cheddar tots recipe.

Baked, not friedPhoto, Erik Putz.

One-pot primavera pasta with spring peas

You can make this bright pasta with just one pan. (Enough said, right?) Get this one-pot primavera pasta with spring peas recipe.

One pot primavera pasta recipe with spring peasPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Charred broccoli with curry dressing

Fire up a cast iron skillet to give your broccoli a nice bit of a charring and then drizzle the veggies with a garam-masala-and-ginger vinegrette for an easy weeknight side dish. Get this charred broccoli with curry dressing recipe.

Broccoli recipes: Charred broccoli with chiles and curry dressingPhoto, Erik Putz.

Chipotle roasted chicken and broccoli

This dinner is a breeze to whip up: just smother chicken legs with broccoli and chipotle butter sauce, toss it onto a sheet pan and bake. A perfect no-hassle meal. Get this chipotle roasted chicken and broccoli recipe.

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Easy weeknight dinner recipes: Chipotle roasted chicken and broccoliPhoto, Sian Richards.

Broccoli and chicken coconut stir fry

Ready in less than 30 minutes, this stir fry is easy to throw together after a long day of work. Get this broccoli and chicken coconut stir fry recipe.

Stir fry recipes: coconut chicken and broccoliPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Squash salad with pumpkin seeds

A power salad packed with the good stuff: beans, broccoli, squash, quinoa and dried cherries. Get this squash salad with pumpkin seeds recipe.

quinoa recipes: Squash salad with pumpkin seeds

Vermicelli Bowl With Sesame Beef And Broccoli

Ditch the take out tonight, and give this beef and broccoli stir fry a try. Serve it over vermicelli noodles and garnish with sesame seeds. Get this sesame beef and broccoli vermicelli bowl recipe.

A bowl of vermicelli topped with sesame beef and broccoli; seasoned with soy sauce; sesame oil; rice vinegar; garlic; garlic; ginger; beef broth; oyster sauce and topped with sesame seeds for a post on an easy, quick vermicelli bowl with sesame beef and broccoli recipe(Photo: Sian Richards)

Broccoli slaw with peanut dressing

Who knew peanuts and broccoli made such fitting partners? The slaw dressing is made with a generous portion of real peanut butter and toasted peanuts. It’s great as a side, or as a topping on a hearty sandwich. Get this broccoli slaw with peanut dressing recipe.

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16 Broccoli Recipes We Can't Get Enough Of Right NowPhoto, Angus Fergusson.

Pita pizza with hummus and mint

Topped with healthy veggies and protein-rich hummus, this recipe is a simple and healthy take on pizza night. Get this pita pizza with hummus and mint recipe.

Pita pizza with hummus and mintPhoto, Michael Graydon.

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