Broccoli salad with lemon is a delicious and light side dish that can accompany both meat and fish dishes.
To make them even tastier, I opted for steaming the broccoli, which also helps retain all the nutritional properties this special vegetable is rich in. I also chose to season them as simply as possible, to further enhance their bold flavor: lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and salt.
Simplicity and genuineness are the foundation of this very easy, quick, and practical recipe. You can steam the broccoli in advance and season them just before serving to let them absorb the flavors.
And if you like broccoli, I recommend trying these other appetizing recipes:
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Steam
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients for Broccoli Salad with Lemon
- 1.1 lbs broccoli
- 1/2 lemon juice
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
Preparation of Broccoli Salad with Lemon
Cut the broccoli into florets (save the stem for other preparations, like a cream). Wash them under a stream of fresh running water.
Fill a pot with two fingers of water and place the steamer basket over it. Be careful to keep the water below the level of the vegetables.
Add the broccoli, without overlapping them, and cover with a lid. Cook over moderate heat for about 8 minutes, starting from when the water begins to boil.
To check if the broccoli is cooked, test the stem with a fork. They should be firm and not mushy.
Once cooked, transfer the steamed broccoli to a serving dish and season with salt, oil, and the juice of half a lemon. You can also make an emulsion by lightly whisking oil, salt, and lemon, then pour it over the vegetables.
Storage of Steamed Broccoli
If you have leftover steamed broccoli, store them without seasoning in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 2 days.
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How to Cook Broccoli Without Bad Odors?
To cook broccoli without producing bad odors, you can follow some “grandmother’s tips”:
1. Add a tablespoon of vinegar to the cooking water;
2. Or add a tablespoon of milk to the water;
3. You can also add a bay leaf to the cooking water: its aromatic scent neutralizes the strong and persistent odor of the broccoli;
4. You can also use bread crumbs: dip them in vinegar and place them near the pot lid.
