Warm Broccoli Feta Salad
Warm broccoli softens the sharp, salty edge of crumbled feta without turning the dish into a cheese sauce. This is a small lunch or a side for a meal that needs another vegetable. Use both florets and the peeled stem, cut to cook evenly. Let steaming water evaporate before dressing so the lemon and oil do not wash off.
European · Preparation time: 10 min · Cook time: 8 min · Total time: 18 min · 2 servings · Easy
Recipe timing and yield are estimates. This recipe has not been kitchen-tested.
Ingredients
- 350 g Broccoli
- 80 g Feta cheese
- 20 ml Lemon juice
- 20 ml Olive oil
- 60 ml Water
Allergens listed for these ingredients · Milk. Check package labels.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut broccoli into small florets and peel and slice the stem. Put it in a covered skillet with the measured water.
- Steam until tender with a little bite. Remove the lid and let residual water evaporate.
- Toss with lemon juice and oil while warm. Divide onto plates and crumble the feta over the top.
Official food storage reference
Equipment
Kitchen scale, measuring jug, knife, cutting board, skillet, mixing bowl, spatula or spoon.
Storage
Keep perishable ingredients refrigerated according to their labels. Serve promptly. Chill cooked leftovers promptly in shallow covered portions and consult the official storage chart for the food type.
For perishable foods and leftovers, U.S. FDA guidance calls for prompt refrigeration, no more than two hours at room temperature (one hour above 32°C/90°F), and a refrigerator at or below 4°C/40°F. Follow the product label and local guidance. Smell and appearance alone cannot establish safety.
FDA handling and storage conditions
Ingredient substitution
Do not replace crumbled feta with a melting cheese expecting the same finish. Feta supplies salty, distinct pieces after steaming; melting cheese forms a different coating.
Editorial guidance, not kitchen-tested. Check product labels and allergens after any change. These notes do not change automatic inventory matching.
Ingredient substitution principles (Colorado State University Extension)Cooking Tips
Read through the method and measure the ingredients before heating the pan. Use the listed equipment and check the recipe-specific handling notes above.
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