Steamed Lemon Broccoli

By Gilmore

I first tried this sunny side dish because it seemed to be a fresh, nutritious and easy combination. Now it's the only way my husband will eat broccoli. I love to pair it with grilled meat on hot days. -Michelle Hanson, Oacoma, South Dakota

Ingredients

• 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears
• 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 1 cup thinly sliced celery
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
• 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan, bring 1 in. water to a boil; place broccoli in a steamer basket over the water. Cover; steam for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside.
In a skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the lemon peel and juice, salt if desired, pepper and broccoli; heat through.