
Lemon Broccoli with Garlic
Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
Yield
6 servings
“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
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