Broccoli Side Dish Recipe

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A low carb side dish that goes together in minutes.

Broccoli Side Dish Recipe (+)

Directions

Cook broccoli in large pot of boiling water for 3-4 minutes, just until crisp tender.
Place in an ice water bath to stop cooking.
Drain.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, Dijon, garlic pepper and lemon zest.
Pour over broccoli, pepper to taste and toss to combine.
Squeeze one lemon over all.
Sprinkle with toasted, slivered almonds.

Container: large pot, medium mixing bowl

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Serving Description: 1 cup

Servings: 6

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Ingredients

-		2 pounds fresh broccoli - cut up
-		1/4 cup olive oil
-		1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
-		1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
-		1 teaspoon garlic - minced
		ground pepper to taste
-		1/2 lemon - zested
-		1/4 cup toasted, slivered almonds

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