BRIGHT AND ZESTY BROCCOLI

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This recipe is a wonderful way to get anyone to eat fresh broccoli. It's a wonderful side that can be served with a variety of main courses. The orange adds a bright flavor.

Provided by Mrs.Fugrim

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons grated orange zest
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 head broccoli, cut into small pieces with stalks peeled
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the orange zest and red pepper flakes and allow to heat briefly, about 1 minute. Stir the broccoli into the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking about 5 minutes more; transfer to a serving bowl. Pour the orange juice over the broccoli and toss to coat. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 135.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

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