Lemon Broccoli with Garlic

Name: Lemon Broccoli with Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into florets; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

“This easy recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. That’s what Mom did, and I tend to do the same thing.” —Elsie Laurenzo Palmer, Saratoga Springs, NY

Ingredients

1 large bunch broccoli, cut into florets
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Immediately place broccoli in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Place in a large bowl. Pour oil mixture over broccoli; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 207 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein.

“This easy recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. That’s what Mom did, and I tend to do the same thing.” —Elsie Laurenzo Palmer, Saratoga Springs, NY

Recipe Creator

Community Cook