Lamb and Broccoli

Lamb and broccoli is a popular stir-fry dish featuring tender slices of lamb and crisp broccoli florets, typically cooked in a savory, slightly savory sauce. It is a staple in Chinese-American cuisine, often found in restaurants and takeout menus.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the lamb and provides a good amount of fiber from the broccoli. A typical serving contains around 400-500 calories, with significant contributions from both protein and fat.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	800 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin K	60 mcg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Zinc	4 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The combination of lamb and broccoli offers a balanced mix of iron-rich red meat and vitamin-packed cruciferous vegetables, making it a nutritionally complementary pairing. The dish also highlights the adaptation of Chinese cooking techniques to Western ingredients.