Best 8 Broccoli With Lemon Butter Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our specially curated collection of broccoli recipes, each featuring a unique twist on this versatile vegetable. From the classic Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce, where tender broccoli florets are enveloped in a luscious lemon-infused butter sauce, to the innovative Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan, where roasted broccoli is tossed in a flavorful blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, our recipes offer a symphony of flavors and textures to tantalize your taste buds.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our Steamed Broccoli with Sesame Dressing presents a refreshing take on this classic side dish, with steamed broccoli florets drizzled in a light and tangy sesame dressing. If you're craving a more substantial meal, our Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy and comforting dish that showcases the harmonious blend of broccoli, cheddar cheese, and aromatic herbs. And for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner option, our Broccoli and Chicken Stir Fry combines tender broccoli with succulent chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a savory sauce, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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.

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

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

ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH LEMON GARLIC BUTTER AND TOASTED PINE NUTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, toss the broccoli with the oil and salt and pepper to taste. Arrange the florets in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast, turning once, for 12 minutes, or until just tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest and heat, stirring, for about 1 minute. Let cool slightly and stir in the lemon juice. Place the broccoli in a serving bowl, pour the lemon butter over it and toss to coat. Scatter the toasted pine nuts over the top.

LEMON-BUTTER BROCCOLI SPEARS



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This is fantastic and easy. It is an elegant veggie, but if you are doing WW, this is 1-point for 1-cup according to the Weight Watchers Cookbook. Yum! You may also toss the broccoli with a tad of Parmesan cheese or a little minced garlic. If you want a quick alternative, use frozen broccoli spears (see note below).

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
5 teaspoons unsalted butter (I use regular butter and omit the salt)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the broccoli into spears discarding the thick end.
  • Steam or cook the broccoli till tender; remove.
  • Melt the butter in a large non-stick fry pan over med-high heat.
  • When butter foams, add the lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the broccoli, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; cook tossing for 1-2 minutes till broccoli is well-coated.
  • NOTE: For a quick method, use 2 (10-ounce) boxes for frozen broccoli cooked according to directions on box; then follow the above recipe.

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.

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

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.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are deep green in color and have tightly closed florets. Avoid broccoli that is yellowing or has wilted florets.
  • Cut the broccoli into uniform florets: This will help them cook evenly. If the florets are too large, they may not cook through properly.
  • Steam or blanch the broccoli before sautéing: This will help preserve its鮮脆 and bright green color. You can steam the broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water for 3-5 minutes, or blanch it by boiling it for 1-2 minutes and then immediately transferring it to an ice bath.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to cook the broccoli: This will give the broccoli plenty of room to spread out and cook evenly. If you use a small skillet, the broccoli may steam instead of sautéing.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you add too much broccoli to the skillet at once, it will not cook evenly. Cook the broccoli in batches if necessary.
  • Sauté the broccoli over medium-high heat: This will help it cook quickly and evenly. If you cook the broccoli over low heat, it will become mushy.
  • Stir the broccoli frequently: This will help prevent it from burning.
  • Add the lemon butter sauce at the end of cooking: This will help preserve the鮮脆 of the broccoli and prevent the sauce from becoming too thick.
  • Season the broccoli to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, and any other desired seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the broccoli immediately: Broccoli is best served hot and fresh. If you let it sit for too long, it will start to lose its鮮脆 and flavor.

Conclusion:

Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your broccoli鮮脆 or tender, lemony or buttery, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Broccoli with Lemon Butter Sauce a try!

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