Best 9 Broccoli With Lemon Butter Recipes

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Broccoli with lemon butter is a classic dish that is both simple and delicious. The bright flavor of lemon pairs perfectly with the slightly bitter taste of broccoli, and the butter adds a creamy richness that makes the dish irresistible. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that is both healthy and satisfying.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BUTTER BROCCOLI



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Lemon Butter Broccoli is an easy to make healthy side with a buttery fresh flavor. This low carb broccoli goes perfectly with chicken, beef, pork, or fish. The lemon really helps give it a bright, fresh taste.

Provided by skinnysouthern

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound broccoli florets (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 tablespoons melted butter (can use coconut oil instead)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Steam broccoli until crisp-tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Place butter and garlic powder in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave 20 seconds to melt.
  • Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over broccoli and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 252 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE RECIPE



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Broccoli With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe is an easy side dish to be prepared with few ingredients in hand. It is a healthy recipe because of loads of broccoli in the dish. Here is a simple yet delicious Broccoli recipe that can be made within a few minutes. A perfect side dish to Mexican Lime chicken and bread, or your favorite pasta. Did you know: Broccoli is a vegetable that is packed with essential nutrients, it is high levels of fiber, it has a rich source of vitamin-C, vitamin A, iron, vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, zinc, phosphorus and phytonutrients. Here are a few more recipes to cook with Broccoli Non Fried Broccoli Pakora Recipe Broccoli Cheddar Frittata Recipe Broccoli Pesto Pasta Recipe Light and Creamy Broccoli Soup Recipe

Provided by Uma Raghuraman

Time 17m

Yield Makes: 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 Broccoli , cut into smaller florets
2 tablespoons Butter (Salted) , (salted)
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
4 Whole Black Peppercorns , ground
Fresh Herbs , (I used cilantro)
Salt , to taste

Steps:

  • To prepare Broccoli With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe, steam cook the broccoli till they are fork tender.
  • Heat a pan with a little water. Add butter, chopped herbs, broccoli, black pepper, salt and lemon juice.
  • Simmer for 2-3 minutes till the broccoli is well coated with the sauce. Switch off flame.
  • Your simple yet flavourful Broccoli in lemon butter sauce recipe is ready to be served with Mexican Lime chicken and bread, or your favorite pasta.

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

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON BUTTER



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This is a quick and easy side dish I like to make. I usually use frozen broccoli but fresh is easily substituted.

Provided by Munchkin Mama

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb broccoli floret
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Steam broccoli until crisp-tender. (When using frozen broccoli, just put the broccoli in a bowl with about 2 T. water. Cover and microwave for about 5 minutes.) Drain and set aside.
  • Combine melted butter with the rest of the ingredients.
  • Toss with broccoli and serve hot.

BROCCOLI WITH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE



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Adapted from a recipe by MARDI1030 at allrecipes.com. "A fast and zesty take on frozen broccoli. Can also use fresh broccoli. Great summer dish. Can be served hot or cold."

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
2 tablespoons white wine
1 lemon, juice of
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
1 lb broccoli floret, fresh or frozen

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the butter, water, lemon juice, garlic, 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.

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

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER WITH LEMON, MUSTARD AND CHIVE BUTTER



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Categories     Mustard     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Buffet     Lemon     Broccoli     Cauliflower     Healthy     Chive     Boil     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 1 1/2-pound whole cauliflower, trimmed, cut into florets
2 1/2 pounds broccoli, stems trimmed, cut into florets

Steps:

  • Using fork, blend butter, mustard and lemon peel in small bowl. Mix in ­ cup chives. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook cauliflower in large pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes. Add broccoli and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes longer. Drain. Transfer vegetables to bowl of ice water. Drain. (Butter mixture and vegetables can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.)
  • Combine butter mixture and vegetables in large pot. Toss gently over medium heat until vegetables are heated through and coated with butter mixture, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chives.

ZESTY LEMON BROCCOLI



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"I invented this recipe when I began changing my eating habits to incorporate more vegetables into my diet. This broccoli tastes so decadent, you won't know it's healthy." -Brooke Szczepanski, Gloucester, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

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 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the butter, lemon zest, juice, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper. Add broccoli and pine nuts; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED LEMON BROCCOLI



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I first tried this sunny side dish because it seemed to be a fresh, nutritious and easy combination. Now it's the only way my husband will eat broccoli. I love to pair it with grilled meat on hot days. -Michelle Hanson, Oacoma, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced celery
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 1 in. water to a boil; place broccoli in a steamer basket over the water. Cover; steam for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside. , In a skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the lemon zest and juice, salt if desired, pepper and broccoli; heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, vibrant broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellow or wilted florets.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and wash them thoroughly. You can also peel the stems if desired, but this is not necessary.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is bright green and tender-crisp. Overcooked broccoli will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use high-quality butter and lemon: The quality of the butter and lemon you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use unsalted butter and freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best results.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
  • Serve immediately: Broccoli with lemon butter is best served immediately after it is cooked. The broccoli will start to lose its bright green color and crisp texture if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Broccoli with lemon butter is a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful way to cook broccoli, then this recipe is for you.

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