Description
Simple and fast, this Lemon Broccoli makes the perfect side dish. It is a delicious way to get in your greens!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a pan with a steamer basket. Add the broccoli to the basket, cover and cook until crisp tender, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon juice and cook for 30-60 seconds. Stir in the lemon zest, salt and pepper. Add the broccoli and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes:
slightly adapted from Weight Watcher’s New Complete Cookbook
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guide.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 93
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 328 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: lemon broccoli, side dish, vegetable, lemon, broccoli