Broccoli with Zesty Orange Sauce
A vibrant and healthy vegetable side dish that combines crisp-tender broccoli and sweet bell peppers with a tangy, citrusy orange sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for adding colour and flavour to your meals. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or your favourite main course.
Prep Time: 5 Min
Cook Time: 15 Min
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Broccoli: 3-1/2 cups
- Red or yellow bell pepper: 1 medium, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Finely chopped onion: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove minced
- Corn starch: 1-1/2 teaspoons
- Orange juice: 2/3 cup
- Dijon-style mustard: 2 teaspoons
Directions:
- In a medium saucepan cook broccoli and sweet pepper in a small amount of boiling, lightly salted water for about 8 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; drain. Cover and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat for the sauce. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is tender. Stir in cornstarch. Add orange juice and mustard. Cook and stir until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more.
- Pour the sauce over the broccoli mixture; toss gently to coat.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: ~70 kcal
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Fiber: 2 g
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