Elegant Broccoli
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with "Elegant Broccoli," a vibrant and flavorful recipe that transforms simple broccoli florets into a refined culinary masterpiece. Perfectly steamed until tender yet crisp, the broccoli is tossed in a rich blend of melted butter, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant garlic. Toasted slivered almonds add a delicate crunch, while a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest brings a refreshing brightness to every bite. This easy-to-make dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it as a standout side for roasted meats, fish, or vegetarian mains, and let this classy, nutrient-packed recipe shine on your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Pour in 1 cup of water and bring to a simmer. Add the broccoli florets to the pan, cover, and steam for 5–6 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
Drain any excess water from the pan and remove the lid. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Toss the broccoli gently to coat it in the sauce.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the broccoli and toss lightly to combine.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving dish and garnish with additional lemon zest or almonds if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
897 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 506 mg | 11% | |
*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.
