10 Family-Friendly Broccoli Recipes

By Dawn Perry
Updated March 18, 2015
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You'll have no trouble getting the kids to eat their vegetables with these delicious dishes.

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Broccoli and Pepper Stir-Fry

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Grated ginger, hoisin sauce, and toasted sesame seeds put an Asian spin on this quick stir-fry.

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Grilled Broccoli and Lemons

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Grilling lemons softens the tartness and gives them a slightly smoky flavor.

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Sautéed Broccoli, Tomatoes, and Bacon

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The best way to get picky diners to eat their vegetables? Just add bacon.

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Broccoli Gratin With Crispy Onions

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Top this cheesy casserole with French-fried onions for a satisfying, salty crunch.

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Broccoli, Orange, and Olive Salad

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Sweet orange segments balance out the briny kalamata olives.

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Curried Broccoli Couscous

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This lively side dish combines chopped broccoli with chickpeas, golden raisins, and curry powder.

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Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli

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To make your favorite comfort food a little bit healthier, add antioxidant-rich broccoli.

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Broccoli and Blue Cheese Salad

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Steamed broccoli is anything but bland when topped with a creamy buttermilk-blue cheese dressing.

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Creamy Broccoli and Apple Slaw

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Dried cranberries and toasted pine nuts jazz up this creative twist on cole slaw.

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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli and Onions

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Roasting the broccoli mellows its flavor, making it nutty, tender, and delicious.

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