Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce

101 Reviews

Prep: 30 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 45 min

“A fast and zesty take on frozen broccoli. Can also use fresh broccoli. Great summer dish. Can be served hot or cold.” - by MARDI1030

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup water
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

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

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
137 cal
7%

Fat
11.9 g
18%

Carbs
8.4 g
3%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Navy_Mommy

Apr. 15, 2006

"My husband and I both really enjoyed this recipe. It was a nice change to broccoli with cheese sauce. I used two crowns of fresh broccoli that I steamed. While it cooked I melted 1/4 cup of light b..." See moreutter (it has a large water content anyway so I figured it evened out. I then juiced one lemon, added a little cayenne, salt, pepper and garlic. I let this simmer until the water was gone from the butter. I poured this over the broccoli and sprinkled with about a tablespoon of parmesean cheese. The broccoli has a very light lemon taste and was perfect. I will remember this and make again in the future."

Nance

Jan. 10, 2006

"My husband, 17 year old son and I liked this- and we're not big broccoli eaters. I used fresh broccoli, steamed it until just done, and then poured on the sauce, stirred, and let it sit for a few min..." See moreutes. I did not use the full 1/4 tsp cayenne, and I added garlic salt."