A delightful side dish featuring broccoli infused with garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking to avoid burning the garlic.
Add the minced garlic and lemon zest to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir constantly to prevent the garlic from browning too quickly.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the oil mixture.
Cut the broccoli into evenly sized pieces for uniform cooking.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover the skillet, and let the broccoli steam for about 5 minutes until tender.
Check occasionally to ensure the water hasn't completely evaporated.
Remove the lid, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the broccoli, and toss to combine.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.
Taste the dish before adding salt, as Parmesan can be salty.
