Microwave Broccoli and Cauliflower with Mustard Sauce
Elevate your veggie game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Microwave Broccoli and Cauliflower with Mustard Sauce! This vibrant side dish pairs tender-crisp broccoli and cauliflower with a tangy, buttery mustard sauce that’s ready in minutes—all made conveniently in the microwave. With the perfect balance of Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of garlic, the sauce adds a gourmet touch to these nutrient-packed vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is gluten-free and uses simple pantry staples to create a dish that’s as easy as it is delicious. Serve it alongside grilled proteins or as a satisfying vegetarian side—the bold flavors and fast preparation make it an instant crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Place the broccoli and cauliflower florets in a microwave-safe bowl.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the bowl, cover with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, and leave a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave the vegetables on high for 6-8 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender but still crisp. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave. Use a fork to test for doneness.
While the vegetables are cooking, prepare the mustard sauce. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Microwave the sauce mixture on high for 20-30 seconds, or until the butter is melted. Stir until smooth and well-combined.
Once the broccoli and cauliflower are done, carefully remove them from the microwave (be cautious of steam when removing the lid or plastic wrap). Drain any excess water.
Drizzle the mustard sauce over the hot broccoli and cauliflower and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1058 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 675 mg | 14% | |
*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.
