ZESTY BROCCOLI AND ARTICHOKES

Zesty Broccoli and Artichokes image

We grow a lot of broccoli in our garden, so I've experimented with different ways to prepare it. It tastes very good and is good for you.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups water
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli; cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside., In a skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender. Add the artichokes and saute for 2 minutes. Add broccoli, salt, pepper and pepper sauce; saute 3 minutes longer or until broccoli is tender. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with lemon juice and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 308mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.