Broccoli with Lemon Butter
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and irresistible Broccoli with Lemon Butter recipe—a perfect side dish that’s both simple and packed with flavor. Tender, steamed broccoli florets are elevated with a rich, velvety lemon butter sauce infused with fragrant garlic and a hint of fresh lemon zest. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and nutritious dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing addition to your holiday menu. Bursting with zesty citrus and subtle buttery notes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, roasted salmon, or your favorite main course for an effortless yet elegant pairing that will leave a lasting impression! Keywords: broccoli with lemon butter, quick side dish recipe, lemon butter sauce, steamed broccoli recipe.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Rinse the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets. Peel and trim the broccoli stems, slicing them into small pieces if desired.
Mince the garlic finely and zest one lemon to extract a teaspoon of zest. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Place a steamer basket in the saucepan and add the broccoli florets and stems.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and steam the broccoli over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, or until it is tender but still vibrant green. Remove from heat and set the broccoli aside.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing well. Add the salt and black pepper to the butter mixture, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Pour the lemon butter sauce over the steamed broccoli and gently toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately as a side dish and garnish with additional lemon zest or a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2198 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1626 mg | 35% | |
*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.
