Lime-Buttered Broccoli for Two Recipe

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“I got tired of serving broccoli the same way every time, so I prepared this recipe.” The simple butter sauce turns the tender florets into something special. — Denise Albers, Freeburg, Illinois

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Lime-Buttered Broccoli for Two Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
  • Yield: 2 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients.
  • Drizzle butter mixture over broccoli; toss to coat. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 71 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 207 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Lime-Buttered Broccoli for Two in Taste of Home October/November 2010

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Reviewed on Aug. 04, 2011 by Adavie01

I made this recipe and doubled it for our family. I found that the lime was a little bit too strong for me. Next time I will make it and reduce the lime juice a little so that it's just a hint without being a strong up-front taste. If you really like lime flavorings in foods, you will enjoy this!

 
 
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