These recipes celebrate the versatility of broccoli in a variety of comforting, flavorful dishes. From cheesy casseroles and salads to hearty soups and stir-fries, there’s a broccoli recipe here to suit any craving. Whether you’re in the mood for something creamy, crispy, or smoky, these dishes are easy to prepare and sure to please.
Think about indulging in cheesy broccoli au gratin cooked to perfection on a Traeger grill or enjoying a warm bowl of broccoli cheese soup on a cold day. These recipes take familiar favorites and give them exciting new twists, making broccoli not just nutritious, but also deliciously fun to eat.
If you’re looking for creative ways to enjoy broccoli, this collection has everything you need. From weeknight dinners to party appetizers, these recipes offer fresh inspiration for turning this humble veggie into a star ingredient.
Cheesy Traeger Broccoli Au Gratin
A creamy broccoli au gratin cooked on a Traeger grill for a smoky twist. The cheesy, golden crust makes this classic side dish even more irresistible.
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Pressure Cooker Ham & Broccoli Cheese Soup
This comforting soup, made with ham, broccoli, and cheese, comes together quickly in a pressure cooker. Perfect for a cozy meal on chilly days.
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Cheesy Ham & Broccoli Tater Tot Hotdish
A hearty casserole with ham, broccoli, cheese, and crispy tater tots. It’s a comforting dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Easy Traeger Broccoli Chicken Divan
Chicken and broccoli come together in a creamy, smoky sauce in this version of the classic Chicken Divan, cooked on a Traeger grill for added flavor.
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Blueberry White Bean Salad
This colorful salad mixes white beans, blueberries, and broccoli sprouts with a creamy tahini-turmeric dressing, topped with seeds for a nutritious crunch.
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Broccoli Bacon Salad
A savory and crunchy broccoli salad with smoky bacon. It’s a flavorful side for BBQs or a fresh, satisfying meal on its own.
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Mac and Cheese with Ham & Broccoli
Classic mac and cheese gets a hearty twist with the addition of ham and broccoli, making it a comforting all-in-one meal.
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Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup
A rich, creamy broccoli and cheese soup that’s both delicious and nutritious, perfect for sneaking more greens into family meals.
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Grilled Broccoli
Inspired by Girl and the Goat restaurant, this grilled broccoli is smoky, charred, and packed with flavor. A simple but unforgettable way to enjoy broccoli.
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Light Bleu Cheese Broccoli Slaw
A lighter version of classic slaw, with crunchy broccoli and a tangy bleu cheese dressing. It’s a refreshing side dish for any meal.
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Broccoli Cheese Orzo
This simple side dish combines tender orzo pasta with broccoli and a cheesy sauce, making it a delicious veggie-packed addition to any dinner.
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Growing Broccoli Sprouts and Broccoli Microgreens
A step-by-step guide to growing broccoli sprouts and microgreens at home. Learn how to sprout seeds and grow fresh greens in your kitchen.
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Sweet and Spicy Broccoli Rabe
Sautéed broccoli rabe with a sweet and spicy kick, turning this bitter green into a flavorful, nutrient-packed side dish.
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Chicken Broccoli Crescent Cups
These crescent cups are filled with a creamy chicken and broccoli mixture, making them a perfect appetizer or snack for any gathering.
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Cheesy Hot Ham & Broccoli Crescent Pockets
Quick to make and full of flavor, these crescent pockets are stuffed with ham, broccoli, and cheese. Ideal for a tasty lunch or snack.
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Cast Iron Chicken, Broccoli and Cheese
A one-pan dinner ready in 30 minutes! Juicy chicken, tender broccoli, melty cheese, and crispy bacon come together in a satisfying, low-carb meal.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
This cheesy casserole combines chicken, bacon, broccoli, and ranch dressing for a comforting, low-carb meal ready in just 30 minutes.
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Easy Broccoli Slaw with Creamy Homemade Dressing
Shred leftover broccoli stems into a crisp slaw, tossed with a tangy homemade dressing for a quick and healthy side dish.
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Buffalo Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Bites
These bite-sized buffalo chicken broccoli cheddar bites are perfect for game day or any gathering where you want a flavorful, easy-to-eat snack.
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Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
Skip the mushy frozen broccoli! This air fryer recipe gives you perfectly crispy, seasoned florets that make a quick and healthy side dish.
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Roasted Cranberry Broccoli Salad
A fall-inspired salad with roasted cranberries, butternut squash, and broccoli, finished with crunchy croutons, almonds, and pepitas.
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Broccoli Salad with Bacon
A refreshing cold salad featuring broccoli, bacon, and blueberries. It’s a low-carb, nutrient-packed side perfect for summer get-togethers.
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Maple Bacon Broccoli Salad
A fall twist on broccoli salad, with maple syrup, bacon, cranberries, and walnuts adding seasonal flavors to this potluck favorite.
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Broccoli Salad With Bacon
This classic salad combines tender broccoli with smoky bacon and crunchy sunflower seeds, perfect for those who might not love broccoli otherwise.
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Spicy Broccoli Shrimp Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful stir fry with shrimp and broccoli tossed in a spicy sauce. Ideal for a fast, delicious weeknight dinner.
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Shaved Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry
Thinly sliced beef and crisp broccoli stir-fried with a crave-worthy sauce. A quick, satisfying dish that rivals takeout.
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Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu & Vegetables
BBQ tofu baked with broccoli, peppers, and sweet potatoes, all seasoned with a dry rub and your favorite BBQ sauce. A wholesome vegetarian meal.
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Broccoli Cauliflower Gratin
This gratin combines broccoli and cauliflower with cheese and breadcrumbs, creating a rich, comforting side dish that takes these veggies to the next level.
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Broccoli Salad
A refreshing mix of crisp broccoli, tangy dressing, and crunchy toppings, making it a nutritious and tasty addition to any meal.
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The Best Crunchy Broccoli Salad
This version combines both broccoli and cauliflower for a crisp, crunchy salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks.
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Creamy Broccoli Soup
Rich and comforting, this creamy broccoli soup is topped with crispy shallots for an extra layer of flavor. A healthy, delicious option for soup lovers.
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Salmon and Broccoli Quiche
This quiche is filled with smoked salmon, tender broccoli, and caramelized shallots, all baked into a creamy, savory custard. Ideal for any meal of the day.
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Creamy Almond Butter Fall Pasta
A cozy fall dish with roasted butternut squash and broccoli rabe, tossed in a creamy almond butter sauce and topped with a buttery garlic cracker crumble.
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Smoked Broccoli Cheese Soup
This rich, smoky broccoli cheese soup is packed with comforting flavors. Smoked broccoli adds depth to this classic favorite.
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Spaghetti Alfredo with Broccoli
A lighter take on Alfredo, this pasta dish is creamy, cheesy, and filled with broccoli, making it a healthier version of a beloved comfort meal.
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Parmesan Lemon Chicken and Broccoli
A quick and flavorful dish combining juicy chicken and tender broccoli, brightened with a squeeze of lemon and finished with parmesan. Ready in 20 minutes!
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Blackstone Beef and Broccoli
This stir fry is cooked on a Blackstone griddle, combining tender beef and broccoli in a savory sauce. A quick and easy meal with loads of flavor.
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Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon
Roasted salmon and broccoli come together with a quick garlic cherry sauce in this wholesome sheet pan dinner, bursting with anti-inflammatory ingredients.
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Chilled Veggie Pizza Using Crescent Rolls: Shortcut Recipe
This fun and easy appetizer uses crescent rolls as a crust, topped with broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, and cheese for a fresh, colorful pizza-like snack.
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Traeger Grilled Broccolini
Simple yet delicious, this broccolini is grilled on a Traeger for a smoky flavor. It’s a perfect side dish that pairs well with any main course.
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Roasted Broccoli and Carrots
A simple, savory side dish of roasted broccoli and carrots. Crispy, salty, and easy to customize with your favorite spices.
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Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.