Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce recipe. Perfectly steamed broccoli florets are draped in a luscious sauce made from rich, melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, creating a balance of zesty brightness and savory depth. A hint of lemon zest enhances the flavor while a sprinkle of parsley adds a fresh, herbaceous touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy side dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as a standalone vegetarian delight. Whether you’re looking for a healthy weeknight addition or a crowd-pleaser for your next dinner party, this recipe is sure to impress. Keywords: broccoli side dish, lemon butter sauce, quick vegetable recipe, steamed broccoli recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (approximately 500g) broccoli
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the broccoli thoroughly under cold water. Cut the broccoli into florets and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot or deep skillet, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets, cover with a lid, and steam for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Drain the broccoli and set it aside in a serving dish. Wipe the pot clean with a paper towel if using the same one for the sauce.
In the same pot or a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and allow the sauce to gently simmer for 1 minute.
Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cooked broccoli and toss gently to coat evenly.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 444 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 415 mg | 9% | |
*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.
