LEMONY BABY BROCCOLI

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Baby broccoli is brightened with garlic and lemon. Keep a close eye on vegetables; cooking them just until they are crisp-tender will enhance the flavor and preserve more of their nutrients.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bunches baby broccoli (6 to 8 ounces each), tough ends trimmed
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus wedges for serving
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add broccoli, garlic, and, if using, red-pepper flakes. Cook until broccoli is bright green, about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1/4 cup water to skillet; cover, and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

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