Microwave broccoli recipe
Get ready to enjoy a quick and delicious side dish with our Microwave Lemon Garlic Broccoli! This easy recipe transforms simple broccoli florets into a flavorful, healthy dish in just minutes. Perfectly steamed in the microwave, this broccoli is tossed with a zesty lemon garlic mixture that adds a burst of flavor. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen broccoli, this recipe is a time-saver that doesn’t compromise on taste. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a nutritious addition to any meal, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Microwaved broccoli recipe ingredients:
- 1 14oz/400g bag frozen broccoli florets or 2 heads fresh broccoli cleaned and cut into florets
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice or lime juice fresh or bottled
- 3 cloves garlic minced or 1 1/2 teaspoons (4.5g) garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to your liking
Instructions
How to make 15 minutes microwave broccoli Instructions:
- Place the broccoli florets and water in a microwave-safe bowl and cover it. Microwave on high for about 6 minutes, or until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
- While the broccoli is cooking, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic (or garlic powder), smoked paprika, dried thyme, black pepper (if using), and salt in a small bowl.
- Once the broccoli is done, carefully remove it from the microwave and drain any excess water.
- Pour the lemon garlic mixture over the hot broccoli and toss well to coat the florets evenly.
- If you used fresh garlic, cover the dish again and let it sit for about 2 minutes. This allows the heat from the broccoli to gently “cook” the garlic and remove its raw flavor.
- If you used garlic powder, the broccoli is ready to serve immediately.
- Enjoy your flavorful, perfectly cooked broccoli!