Lemon Broccoli Marigold

Barbara Brouse, HSA Colonial Triangle of Virginia Unit

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Fresh broccoli topped with a warm lemon-mayo sauce and sprinkled with calendula petals for a beautiful presentation.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
RECIPE CATEGORY: Side Dishes
HERB: Calendula

Ingredients

  

  • 1 head broccoli
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
  • cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • calendula petals for garnish

Instructions

 

  1. Trim off large leaves of broccoli and remove tough stems. Wash and cut into separate pieces. Arrange broccoli on a plate with stems toward the outside. Cover with plastic wrap to seal and microwave on high for about 5 minutes or until cooked to your liking.
  2. Arrange cooked broccoli on a serving plate.
  3. Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, onion, and thyme in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds or until thoroughly heated.
  4. Pour sauce over broccoli and sprinkle with lemon zest and calendula petals.

Notes

Keywords: calendula, broccoli, side dish

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