Best 7 Broccoli With Creamy Lemon Sauce Recipes

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Broccoli with creamy lemon sauce is a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of broccoli with the richness of a creamy lemon sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party. The creamy sauce adds a touch of elegance to the broccoli, making it a dish that is both satisfying and visually appealing. The lemon adds a bright and zesty flavor that balances out the richness of the sauce. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON SAUCE



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"I enjoyed a delicious broccoli dish in Mexico a few years ago and tried making it in my own kitchen. I think my Broccoli with Lemon Sauce tastes very much like what I had at the restaurant," field editor Nancy Larkin writes from Maitland, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch broccoli, cut into spears
1/2 cup sour cream
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the sour cream, milk, lemon juice and zest. Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 1-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring every 30 seconds. Serve with broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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A fast and zesty take on frozen broccoli. Can also use fresh broccoli. Great summer dish. Can be served hot or cold.

Provided by MARDI1030

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup butter or margarine
¼ cup water
1 lemon, juiced
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the butter, water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the broccoli to the pan, stir to coat, and cover with a lid. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring once, until broccoli is tender but still bright green. Serve warm, or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 109.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

EASY LEMON AND GARLIC BROCCOLI



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This is an easy recipe for a delicious broccoli side that takes just a few minutes to make.

Provided by Upagainstawall

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound broccoli, separated into florets
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli florets in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir 2 teaspoons lemon juice into water in a small bowl and pour the mixture into the skillet. Cover and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While broccoli is steaming, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in garlic and salt; turn heat to low and let the garlic gently fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Drain water from cooked broccoli and return to skillet; sprinkle with 2 more teaspoons lemon juice and the butter and garlic mixture. Sprinkle broccoli with black pepper, toss to combine, and season with a bit more pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 99.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

QUICK BROCCOLI WITH LEMON SAUCE



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"Enjoy this refreshing, delicious alternative to traditional cheese and brocolli. The lemon sauce is great over cauliflower, too!" Barbara Frasier, Fyffe, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings (1-1/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds fresh broccoli spears
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, heat broth and butter until butter is melted. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly., Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lemon juice and zest. Drain broccoli; serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH BROCCOLI AND LEMON CASHEW-CREAM SAUCE



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We highly recommend finishing the pasta with finely grated Parmesan and some extra cracked black pepper-they're great flavors with the creamy lemon sauce.

Provided by Donna Hay

Categories     HarperCollins     Broccoli     Pasta     Cashew     Lemon     Lemon Juice     Dinner     Vegetarian     Vegan     Kid-Friendly     Nut

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

For the lemon cashew-cream sauce:
1 cup (150g or 5¼ oz) raw cashews
2 cups (500ml or 17 fl oz) boiling water
1 cup (250ml or 8½ fl oz) good-quality vegetable stock
¼ cup (60ml or 2 fl oz) lemon juice
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
To assemble:
400g (14 oz) dried wholemeal (whole-wheat) spaghetti
300g (10½ oz) broccoli florets (about 1 head)
½ cup (10g or ¼ oz) small basil leaves
1 tablespoon finely shredded lemon rind

Steps:

  • To make the lemon cashew-cream sauce, place the cashews in a medium heatproof bowl and cover with the boiling water. Allow to stand for 30 minutes. Drain the cashews well and place them in a blender. Add the stock, lemon juice, salt and pepper and blend until very smooth.
  • Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water for 6 minutes. Add the broccoli and cook for a further 4 minutes or until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is just tender. Drain the pasta and broccoli and immediately return to the warm saucepan. Add the cashew-cream sauce and toss to combine.
  • Divide the pasta between serving bowls and top with the basil and lemon rind to serve.

BROCCOLINI WITH CREAMY LEMON SAUCE



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A broccoli recipe for those who thought they hated broccoli. Brocconlini is sweeter and milder tasting than mature broccoli. Found this jewel of a recipe in my March 2003 Better Homes and Garden magazine. Fresh asparagus, pea pods or romanesco would make excellent substitutes for the broccolini. Mascarpone is available at Trader Joe's and well-stocked grocery stores.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb Broccolini ("baby broccoli")
2 ounces mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon snipped fresh marjoram (original recipe called for thyme)
1/2 teaspoon lemon peel, finely minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling. Cook the broccolini until crisp-tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. (For asparagus: 3-5 minutes; pea pods: 2-4 minutes; romanesco: 7-8 minutes.).
  • Drain well.
  • To make the lemon sauce, in a small bowl combine the mascarpone cheese, sour cream, milk, marjoram, lemon peel and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the cooked broccolini to a serving platter. Spoon the lemon sauce over the vegetables. Garnish with a marjoram sprig.
  • Serve warm.

BROCCOLI WITH CREAMY LEMON SAUCE



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Make and share this Broccoli with Creamy Lemon sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
4 1/2 teaspoons low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon fat free skim milk (I use 2%)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1 1/4 cups cooked hot broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients except the broccoli in the top of a double boiler, Cook over simmering water 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring constantly.
  • Serve over hot cooked broccoli.
  • This is also very good over hot cooked green beans.

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tight, compact florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellowing or wilted florets.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and wash them thoroughly. You can also blanch the broccoli for a few minutes to help retain its color and nutrients.
  • Make the creamy lemon sauce: Combine heavy cream, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Cook the broccoli in the sauce: Add the broccoli florets to the sauce and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still has a slight crunch.
  • Garnish and serve: Transfer the broccoli with creamy lemon sauce to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley or lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Broccoli with creamy lemon sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. The creamy lemon sauce adds a bright and tangy flavor to the broccoli, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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