Lemon-Scented Broccolini

Name: Lemon-Scented Broccolini
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 2-1/2 pounds Broccolini or broccoli spears; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Even the most finicky eaters will eagerly eat this vegetable seasoned with lemon-pepper, lemon peel and lemon juice. If you prefer, use broccoli instead.—Kim Champion, Phoenix, Arizona

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds Broccolini or broccoli spears
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add Broccolini; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place Broccolini in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
In a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon-pepper, lemon zest and salt. Add Broccolini; cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until tender.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 90 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Lemon Roasted Broccolini in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2011