his simple, flavorful broccoli recipe is one you'll want to serve over and over again. Keep the ingredients on hand for last minute meals.

Ingredients

5	cup broccoli, fresh, cut into large florets, stems cut into large chunks
1	tbsp light butter
1/2	cup shallot(s), fresh, chopped
1	tbsp raw lemon peel, thickly grated
1	tbsp thyme, fresh, chopped
1/2	tsp salt
1/2	tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. Bring 1-inch of water to a boil in a large deep skillet. Add broccoli; cover and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.
   
   
2. Melt butter in same skillet. Add shallots; cover and cook, stirring often until golden and tender, about 5 minutes.
   
   
3. Add broccoli, lemon peel, thyme, salt and pepper; toss over low heat until broccoli is coated and hot, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to serving bowl. Yields about 1 1/4 cups per serving.
   
   

Categories

Side Dish

Nutritional Analysis

Nutrition Grade 96% confidence

Good points High in dietary fiber High in iron High in manganese High in phosphorus High in potassium Very high in vitamin A High in vitamin B6 Very high in vitamin C

Bad points High in sodium