Easy Lemon and Garlic Broccoli

Description

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

  1. Place broccoli florets in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix water and 2 teaspoons lemon juice together in a small bowl; pour mixture over broccoli. Cover and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender
  2. 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile
  4. melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; stir in garlic and salt. Reduce heat to low and sauté garlic until golden brown
  5. about 8 minutes.
  6. Drain cooked broccoli and return to skillet; sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice; stir in garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle broccoli with black pepper and toss to combine.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Servings: 4

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