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GARLIC BROCCOLI SPEARS



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A favorite side dish veggie I often make for my family. Don't walk away from the pan - broccoli cooks very quickly and you need to check it soon to prevent it overcooking. Sometimes it will take a little longer to cook, other times it will take a little less. I have a glass lid on my saucepan, so I can see when it is ready - it gets very bright green when it is ready, then very quickly starts to turn olive green if it cooks a little too long. I like mine tender, but still a little crispy - the longer you cook it, the softer it gets, but you also lose that lovely color. It is up to you.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Set florets into a saucepan with a very small amount of water, cover with lid, and let steam until tender,about 5-10 minutes or so- it should still be bright green, but fork tender (if you like it softer, cook it longer, but it will turn olive green).
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Drain broccoli and place in serving dish.
  • Pour lemon mixture over broccoli and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.7, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 201.3, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2, Protein 3.3

LEMON-BUTTERED BROCCOLI SPEARS



Lemon-Buttered Broccoli Spears image

Categories     Side     Steam     High Fiber     Lemon     Broccoli     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds broccoli, trimmed and cut into spears, the stems reserved for another use
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
fresh lemon juice to taste
freshly grated lemon zest for sprinkling the broccoli

Steps:

  • In a steamer set over boiling water steam the broccoli, covered, for 4 minutes, or until it is crisp-tender. In a skillet heat the butter over moderate heat until the foam subsides, in it toss the broccoli until it is coated well, and sprinkle the broccoli with the lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, and zest.

GARLIC ROASTED BROCCOLI



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Balsamic vinegar's sweet-tart flavor enhances roasted broccoli spears seasoned with garlic. You can conveniently pop this dish into the oven while a beef roast or turkey is resting. -Nella Parker, Hersey, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches broccoli, cut into spears
1/3 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine the oil, garlic, salt and pepper; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Drizzle with vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

OVEN ROASTED BROCCOLI SPEARS



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You ever have a taste for roasted broccoli and you don't have fresh on hand but you do have frozen, well you may want to try this. You will heart this easy and yummy recipe.

Provided by Sherri Williams

Categories     Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lb frozen broccoli spears
1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
3/4 Tbsp grill mates® montreal steak seasoning or favorite
1 tsp lemon zest, grated
1/4 c parmesan, asiago & romano grated cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place broccoli spears in a single layer on a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper or non-stick sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with seasoning, lemon zest and some cheese; toss. Bake for 15 minutes, stir to re-distribute seasoning and oil for even coating. Continue to bake for 10 minutes or until florets begin to brown. Remove from oven, sprinkle with additional cheese.

BROCCOLI SPEARS WITH GARLIC SAUCE



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Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Stir-Fry     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Broccoli     Winter     Healthy     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lb broccoli (about 1 head)
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 garlic cloves, lightly smashed
3 tablespoons Asian oyster sauce
1/2 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil

Steps:

  • Peel off tough outer skin of broccoli stem, then halve broccoli crosswise (top half with florets should equal length of bottom half). Cut bottom half (stem) lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide wedges, then cut top half (stem with florets) into long spears with 1/2-inch-wide wedges.
  • Heat a wok over high heat until beginning to smoke, then add canola oil and swirl to coat sides. Stir-fry garlic until golden, about 30 seconds, then add broccoli and stir-fry 5 minutes. Stir in oyster sauce and stock and cook, covered, until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with sesame oil.

LEMON-BUTTER BROCCOLI SPEARS



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This is fantastic and easy. It is an elegant veggie, but if you are doing WW, this is 1-point for 1-cup according to the Weight Watchers Cookbook. Yum! You may also toss the broccoli with a tad of Parmesan cheese or a little minced garlic. If you want a quick alternative, use frozen broccoli spears (see note below).

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
5 teaspoons unsalted butter (I use regular butter and omit the salt)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the broccoli into spears discarding the thick end.
  • Steam or cook the broccoli till tender; remove.
  • Melt the butter in a large non-stick fry pan over med-high heat.
  • When butter foams, add the lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the broccoli, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; cook tossing for 1-2 minutes till broccoli is well-coated.
  • NOTE: For a quick method, use 2 (10-ounce) boxes for frozen broccoli cooked according to directions on box; then follow the above recipe.

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