Broccoli with Zesty Sauce
Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and flavorful Broccoli with Zesty Sauce recipe! Tender steamed broccoli florets are drizzled with a tangy, homemade sauce featuring the perfect balance of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of garlic. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while olive oil ensures a silky, luscious texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy dish is a nutritious side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pasta, or rice. Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe brings a delightful twist to a classic vegetable. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light snack option, it’s a surefire way to make healthy eating exciting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 milliliters water
Instructions
Rinse the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
In a medium pot, bring 100 milliliters of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add a steamer basket and place the broccoli florets in the basket. Cover with a lid and allow the broccoli to steam for 6-7 minutes, or until tender but still vibrant green.
While the broccoli is steaming, prepare the zesty sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the sauce is well combined and smooth.
Once the broccoli is cooked, remove it from the steamer basket and transfer to a serving dish.
Drizzle the zesty sauce evenly over the steamed broccoli. Toss gently to ensure the broccoli is well coated with the sauce.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a healthy snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1445 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*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.
