Steamed Broccoli

Elevate your vegetable game with this quick and easy Steamed Broccoli recipe, a must-have side dish that’s both nutritious and irresistibly flavorful. With just five minutes of prep and five minutes of cooking time, this recipe delivers perfectly crisp-tender broccoli florets every time, retaining their vibrant green color and natural sweetness. An optional drizzle of olive oil or melted butter, a sprinkle of salt, and a hint of fresh lemon juice enhance the taste, making it a versatile complement to any main course. Whether you're crafting a wholesome weeknight dinner or meal-prepping for the week, this simple method ensures delicious and healthy results with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head (approximately 1 pound) Broccoli crowns
• 1 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil or melted butter (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the broccoli under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli into even-sized florets for consistent cooking. Trim the stem, and if desired, peel and slice the stem into coins to include in the steaming process.

Step 3

Pour 1 cup of water into a medium-sized pot. Place a steamer basket or steamer insert inside the pot, ensuring the water level is below the bottom of the steamer.

Step 4

Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

Step 5

Once boiling, place the broccoli florets (and stems, if applicable) into the steamer basket and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 6

Steam the broccoli for 4-5 minutes, or until the florets are crisp-tender and bright green. Test for doneness by piercing a floret with a fork; it should be tender but still slightly firm.

Step 7

Carefully remove the pot from the heat and take out the steamer basket. Transfer the steamed broccoli to a serving dish.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle the broccoli with a pinch of salt, drizzle with olive oil or melted butter, and add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or part of a healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	274.6

Total Fat 15.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 707.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 12.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 229.0mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1440.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 39.0%