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Blanch Broccoli
Learn how to blanch broccoli - an easy way to preserve the vibrant color, crisp texture, and goodness of broccoli for recipes or freezing.
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Chilling time
2 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 52 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
International
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli
- Water for boiling
- Ice cubes for ice bath
- salt optional
Instructions
- Wash broccoli and cut it into uniform-sized florets.
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
- Add broccoli to boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer blanched broccoli to a bowl of ice water for 2 minutes.
- Remove broccoli from ice water.
- Store blanched broccoli in an airtight container for up to or use it in your favorite recipes.
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Blanch Broccoli For Freezing
- For freezing, follow the instructions above, then drain and dry the blanched broccoli. Portion it into freezer-safe bags or containers. Label them with the date and place in the freezer for up to 6 months.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
52kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.05g
Sodium
50mg
(2%)
Potassium
480mg
(14%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
947IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
136mg
(151%)
Calcium
71mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 52
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 52kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 480mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 947IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 136mg | 151% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.