Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Pine Nuts

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This dish is my favorite way to enjoy broccoli; it’s sweet and the toasted pine nuts really complement the flavor of the broccoli. It’s very simple to make and can be enjoyed in under 15 minutes. I got this recipe from eatingwell.com and have been making it consistently since. Enjoy!
 

4 servings, 3/4 cup each

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons pine nuts, or chopped slivered almonds
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup chopped onion, (about 1 medium onion)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation:

1. Begin by steaming the broccoli until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
2. Toast pine nuts (or almonds) in a medium dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
3. Add oil to a cast iron skillet and heat over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, adjusting heat as necessary, until soft and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Transfer broccoli, onion, pine nuts, and pepper to large bowl, add vinegar and toss until ingredients are coated evenly.

Per serving : 102 Calories

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