Lemon Butter Broccoli Spears
Brighten up your dinner table with these Lemon Butter Broccoli Spears, a quick and flavorful side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Tender-crisp broccoli spears are steamed to perfection and then bathed in a luscious garlic-infused lemon butter sauce that balances zesty citrus with rich, savory notes. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an elegant accompaniment to roasted chicken or grilled fish. Simple ingredients like fresh lemon, garlic, and unsalted butter elevate this dish, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser. Serve warm with a drizzle of the silky sauce for a vibrant, wholesome addition to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb broccoli
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Wash the broccoli thoroughly and trim the ends. Slice the broccoli into long spears, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Juice the lemon, reserving the juice in a small bowl.
Mince the garlic cloves into fine pieces and set aside.
In a large skillet, bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the broccoli spears to the skillet. Cover with a lid and steam for 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli becomes bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Drain any remaining water and place the broccoli on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the reserved lemon juice and zest, along with the salt and black pepper. Mix well to create a smooth sauce.
Return the broccoli to the skillet and toss gently to coat the spears in the lemon butter sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Transfer the broccoli to a serving dish and drizzle any remaining lemon butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1909 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1549 mg | 33% | |
*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.
