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Steamed broccoli with olive oil and lemon
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Broccoli with oil and lemon (120 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 63 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 108 µg of Vitamin K covers 90% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
76
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
6.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 16% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 76 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 90 g | 57 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 151 kcal |
Calculated from 63 calories per 100 g.
Steam broccoli florets until tender but still slightly crisp, then toss them with olive oil and lemon juice. Adding the dressing after cooking keeps the lemon fresh and helps the oil coat the florets evenly.
Yes. Roast the broccoli with oil until browned at the edges, then add lemon juice after it comes out of the oven. Adding lemon at the end preserves its bright flavor and avoids scorching it.
Broccoli with oil and lemon pairs well with grilled fish, chicken, beans, or lentils. It also works alongside pasta, rice, or roasted potatoes as a simple vegetable side.
For bright green broccoli with oil and lemon, steam the florets just until tender and avoid leaving them in hot water. If you are not serving it immediately, briefly cool the broccoli to stop it cooking further.
Yes, you can make broccoli with oil and lemon ahead of time and refrigerate it in a covered container. For the freshest flavor, add the lemon juice shortly before serving or refresh the dish with a squeeze just before eating.
Yes, broccoli with oil and lemon tastes good cold or at room temperature. Toss it before serving so the dressing is redistributed, and keep it refrigerated rather than leaving it out for an extended period.
Lemon gives broccoli with oil and lemon a bright, tart contrast to the vegetable’s earthy flavor and the oil’s richness. Add it after steaming so its fresh, citrusy taste remains noticeable.
Broccoli with oil and lemon keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, but thawed broccoli with oil and lemon may be softer than freshly made. For a better texture, freeze the broccoli before adding the oil and lemon, then dress it after thawing and reheating.
Yes, frozen broccoli works for broccoli with oil and lemon. Steam it from frozen and check it often, since it can become soft quickly; drain it well before tossing with oil and lemon.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
108µg · 90% DV
Vitamin C
66mg · 73% DV
Folate
63.6µg · 16% DV
B5
0.72mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
66mg · 9% DV
Calcium
59mg · 6% DV
Sodium
18mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 76 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Broccoli with oil and lemon is a simple preparation of steamed broccoli dressed with olive oil and lemon juice. It is not tied to one particular place; the combination reflects a familiar Mediterranean way of serving vegetables with a bright, savoury dressing.
The lemon lifts broccoli’s mild, green flavour, while steaming it just until tender keeps some bite. It works as a side dish with fish, grilled meats, or beans, and can be served warm or chilled. In nutritional terms, it offers fibre and some plant protein, with most of its fat coming from the added oil. For a lighter dressing, use a little less oil and add extra lemon, herbs, or black pepper.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.