Chile-Lemon Cauliflower

Name: Chile-Lemon Cauliflower
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), trimmed and cut into florets; 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes; Coarse salt and ground pepper

December 22, 2011

Recipe information

Yield
serves 4

Ingredients

1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), trimmed and cut into florets

1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

Coarse salt and ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1
Place a steamer basket in a medium saucepan with 2 inches simmering water. Add cauliflower; cover and steam until easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, about 8 minutes.
Step 2
Transfer to a bowl and toss with lemon zest and juice and red-pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
nutrition information
Step 3
(Per Serving)
Step 4
Calories: 42
Step 5
Fat: 0g (0g Saturated Fat)
Step 6
Protein: 3g
Step 7
Carbohydrates: 11g
Step 8
Fiber: 5g

Everyday Food: Light

TagsCauliflower Vegetable Lemon Citrus Fruit Side Dinner Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegan Vegetarian Easy Quick Weeknight Meals 30 Minutes or Less 5 Ingredients or Fewer Steam Cookbooks

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