Broccoli with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and decadent Broccoli with Creamy Lemon Sauce! Tender steamed broccoli florets are draped in a luscious, homemade sauce made with rich heavy cream, zesty lemon juice and zest, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Infused with aromatic garlic and perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this dish strikes a balance between bright citrusy notes and velvety creaminess. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted fish, or even as a standalone vegetarian delight. Garnish with extra Parmesan or lemon zest for a stunning, restaurant-quality presentation that’s as flavorful as it is easy to make. Perfect for weeknights or holiday feasts, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Wash and trim the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
Fill a medium pot with 1 cup of water and bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the pot, ensuring the basket does not touch the water.
Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the broccoli for 5-7 minutes until tender but still vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the lemon juice, lemon zest, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
Transfer the steamed broccoli to a serving dish. Drizzle the creamy lemon sauce generously over the top.
Optionally, garnish with a little more grated Parmesan cheese or some extra lemon zest.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant and flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 673 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
