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Broccoli With Creamy Lemon Sauce Recipe

Brighten your dinner with this incredibly flavorful Broccoli with Creamy Lemon Sauce! This 15-minute recipe delivers a zesty lemon burst, coating tender broccoli florets in a luscious, creamy sauce. It's also a fantastic topping for green beans or other steamed vegetables. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 43.5 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Broccoli With Creamy Lemon Sauce

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How to Make Broccoli With Creamy Lemon Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through and creamy.
  4. Steam or boil 1 pound of broccoli florets until tender-crisp (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Pour the creamy lemon sauce over the cooked broccoli and serve immediately.
  6. For an alternative, serve the sauce over 1 pound of cooked green beans.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

4g

Carbs

1g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Low Protein Healthy Sauces Condiments Etc Side Dishes Fruit Vegetables Canadian Easy Dinner Party Holiday Event Kid Friendly Romantic Stove Top Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Calorie Low Carb Savory Sauces Healthy 2 British Columbian Low In Something Broccoli Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less