How to Cook Broccoli
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How to Cook Broccoli
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Learn how to cook broccoli with this step-by-step guide for cooking on the stovetop or in the oven - makes a healthy and easy side dish!
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Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
Stovetop Method
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons salt
Oven Method
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
Stovetop Instructions
- Bring a pot of water and salt to a boil.
- If serving the broccoli cold or reheating, prepare an ice bath to shock the broccoli when done.
- Carefully place the broccoli in the boiling water and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
- Once tender, carefully remove or strain the broccoli.
- Place in the ice bath if needed or serve warm immediately.
Oven Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, if desired (but not necessary)
- Toss broccoli in the olive oil, salt and black pepper
- Place the broccoli on a roasting pan, and roast in the oven until tender and slightly colored, about 7-10 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Storage: Cooked broccoli is best enjoyed as soon as it's made, but it will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
290kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
7415mg
(309%)
Potassium
966mg
(28%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1895IU
(38%)
Vitamin C
271mg
(301%)
Calcium
177mg
(18%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 290kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 7415mg | 309% |
| Potassium | 966mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1895IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 271mg | 301% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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