Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce

Name: Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 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

by Jimmie Carpenter 1 year ago

3.8 (9)

15 minutes

137 kcal

8.4 g carbs

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Description

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

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. 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

serving: 4 servings

calories: 137 kcal

carbohydrates: 8.4 g

protein: 3.6 g

saturated fat: 7.4 g

cholesterol: 30.5 mg

sodium: 109.8 mg

fiber: 4.7 g

sugar: 1.6 g