Lemon Broccoli
Bright and fresh, Lemon Broccoli features tender steamed broccoli accented with zesty lemon rind, making it a perfect side dish for light meals or family dinners. The citrus flavor adds a refreshing twist that complements a variety of main courses, especially seafood, chicken, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Trim off large leaves of broccoli and remove tough ends of lower stalks.
- Wash broccoli thoroughly and cut into spears.
- Arrange broccoli spears in a vegetable steamer over boiling water and cook for about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Drain the broccoli and transfer to a serving platter.
- Sprinkle with grated lemon rind, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with lemon rind curls, if desired.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
107
kcal
5% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).