Easy Italian Broccoli Recipe: Simple & Flavorful

INGREDIENTS

1‑1/4 pounds broccoli 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley Dash black pepper

PREPARATION:

1. Trim broccoli, discarding tough part of stems. Cut broccoli into florets with 2-inch stems. Peel remaining broccoli stems; cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
2. Bring 1 quart water to a boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-high. Cook, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes or until broccoli is fork-tender. Drain; arrange evenly in serving dish.
3. Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, parsley and pepper in small bowl. Pour over broccoli, turning to coat. Let stand, covered, 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.

This recipe appears in: Italian NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Fiber 3 g Carbohydrate 7 g Saturated Fat trace g Total Fat 2 g Calories from Fat 26 % Calories 44 Protein 3 g Sodium 29 mg DIETARY EXCHANGE: Vegetable 1-1/2