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Red Lobster Broccoli Recipe

Red Lobster Broccoli Recipe

Make this easy Red Lobster Broccoli Recipe with fresh broccoli, garlic butter, cheddar, and Parmesan. A quick 25-minute copycat side dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Cheese grater
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Broccoli
  1. Wash broccoli thoroughly, cut into bite-sized florets, and bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.
    Preparing Fresh Broccoli for Red Lobster Broccoli Recipe
Step 2: Blanch the Broccoli
  1. Cook broccoli for three minutes until bright green and slightly tender, then immediately drain it well using a colander.
    Blanching Broccoli Until Bright Green
Step 3: Make Garlic Butter
  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant without allowing it to brown.
    Cooking Garlic Butter for the Broccoli
Step 4: Season Everything
  1. Add broccoli, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Toss gently until every floret is evenly coated with buttery seasoning.
    Seasoning Broccoli in Garlic Butter
Step 5: Add the Cheese
  1. Sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan over the broccoli, cover briefly until melted, then finish with fresh lemon juice before serving warm.
    Melting Cheese Over Garlic Butter Broccoli

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use fresh broccoli and grate the cheese yourself just before cooking.