LEMON CRUMB-TOPPED BROCCOLI

Lemon Crumb-Topped Broccoli image

Dress up broccoli with a lemony bread-crumb topping, and you might be surprised with the luscious result ... not to mention the positive reaction from guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 slice multigrain bread, toasted and crumbled
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

In a small skillet, saute garlic in oil for 30 seconds. Stir in bread crumbs and lemon zest; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in parsley; set aside., Place broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Drizzle with lemon juice; toss to coat. Sprinkle with crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges