Steamed Greens with Lemon
Broccoli and green beans steamed crisp-tender and dressed with just lemon and olive oil — a clean, light side with no frying.
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- 1 head Broccoli
- 200 g Green beans
- 1 Lemon
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil (optional)
- 1 clove Garlic (optional)
- ¼ tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
Method
- Cut the broccoli into florets and trim the green beans.
- Steam the broccoli and beans over simmering water until crisp-tender and bright, about 6 minutes.
- Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, salt, and chili flakes into a dressing.
- Toss the hot greens in the dressing and serve.
Nutrition per serving
Estimated from ingredients; varies with exact portions and brands.
About Steamed Greens with Lemon
Steamed greens with lemon is a bright, no-fuss Mediterranean-style side that leans on good technique rather than richness. Broccoli florets and green beans are steamed just until crisp-tender and vividly green — the point at which they still have snap and their color is at its most intense — then pulled off the heat before they dull and soften. Because there's no frying or heavy sauce, the vegetables' own grassy, slightly sweet flavor stays front and center.
The dressing is where it comes alive: lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, grated raw garlic, and a pinch of chili flakes whisked together and tossed through the hot greens so they drink it in. The acid keeps everything tasting fresh and clean, the olive oil adds body, and the garlic and chili give a low hum of heat and bite. Naturally vegan and ready in about fifteen minutes, it's a versatile plate that sits happily next to grilled fish, roast chicken, or a bowl of grains, and it's just as good warm or at room temperature.
Steamed Greens with Lemon: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Steamed Greens with Lemon?
One serving of Steamed Greens with Lemon has about 107 calories, with 6g of protein, 13g of carbs, 5g of fat and 4g of fiber. These are estimates based on the ingredient amounts in this recipe and will vary with your exact portions and brands.
Is Steamed Greens with Lemon gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Steamed Greens with Lemon has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
Do I need every ingredient to make Steamed Greens with Lemon?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes — they're optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Steamed Greens with Lemon make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.