Citrus Broccoli Toss

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and vibrant side dish featuring frozen broccoli tossed with butter and bright citrus zest.
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This Citrus Broccoli Toss is the perfect quick side dish for busy weeknights or holiday gatherings. It transforms simple frozen broccoli florets into a vibrant, aromatic dish using just a handful of pantry staples. The richness of melted butter balances beautifully with the fresh, zesty notes of grated lemon and orange peel, creating a flavor profile that is both comforting and invigorating. The texture remains crisp-tender, offering a satisfying bite without being mushy. It’s an easy, vegetarian-friendly option that adds a pop of color and freshness to any meal. With minimal prep and cook time, this recipe proves that healthy vegetables can be delicious and effortless to prepare.

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Citrus Broccoli Toss

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 53.8

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This Citrus Broccoli Toss is the perfect quick side dish for busy weeknights or holiday gatherings. It transforms simple frozen broccoli florets into a vibrant, aromatic dish using just a handful of pantry staples. The richness of melted butter balances beautifully with the fresh, zesty notes of grated lemon and orange peel, creating a flavor profile that is both comforting and invigorating. The texture remains crisp-tender, offering a satisfying bite without being mushy. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, vegetarian-friendly option that adds a pop of color and freshness to any meal. With minimal prep and cook time, this recipe proves that healthy vegetables can be delicious and effortless to prepare.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter or margarine over medium heat.
  2. Add the frozen broccoli florets to the skillet.
  3. Saute the broccoli, stirring occasionally, until it is crisp-tender and heated through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the broccoli with the grated lemon peel, grated orange peel, salt, and pepper.
  5. Toss everything together gently to coat the broccoli evenly in the butter and citrus zest.
  6. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 53.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 83.9mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 0.6g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: broccoli, citrus, lemon, orange, butter, frozen, side dish, vegetarian, quick, easy, healthy, zest, sauté, american, gluten-free, veggies, healthy sides, low carb, family dinner, holiday side
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