Steamed Broccoli with Lime-Cumin Dressing

Ingredents

DRESSING:

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspooon grated lime zest plus 1 tablespoon juice

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon hot sauce, plus extra for serving

BROCCOLI:

1 1/4 pounds broccoli, florets cut into 1-inch pieces, stalks peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick

Salt

Instructions

  1. For the dressing: Whisk all ingredients together in large bowl, set aside for serving.
  2. For the broccoli: Bring 1 inch water to boil in Dutch oven. Place broccoli in collapsible steamer basket, then transfer basket to pot. Cover and cook until broccoli is tender and bright green, about 5 mins.
  3. Transfer broccoli to bowl with dressing and gently toss to combine. Season with salt and extra hot sauce to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

VARIATION: Steamed Broccoli wtih Spicy Balsamic Dressing and Black Olives

Whisk 1/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Substitute for lime-cumin dressing.

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