Lemon Butter Broccoli
Time Required: 8 (8 min. total)
Quick, easy, nutritious and delicious…that is what you will get for preparing broccoli with just a little bit of butter, some heart-healthy olive oil and lemon.
Ingredients:
1 lb(s) broccoli florets
1 tbsp butter -- softened
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp pepper
Directions
1. Cut broccoli florets into small florets. Peel and chop any stem pieces that are left.
2. Put 1/2” water in bottom of large sauce pan or skillet and cover. Place a steamer in pan if you have one. Heat to a low boil and add broccoli. Cover with lid and steam broccoli jut until it is beginning to soften, approx. 3-5 min. Remove broccoli from the pan as it will continue to cook if you don’t.
3. Place softened butter, olive oil, lemon juice and zest and pepper in a small bowl. Mix with a fork and then pour over broccoli. Toss to coat.
