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How to Cook Broccoli
Learn how to cook broccoli by either steaming it or boiling it on the stove in this easy step-by-step tutorial. The tender, vibrant green florets are great as a side dish or can be used in a variety of broccoli recipes!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 52 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets
Cooking in water
- 8 cups water only for the cooking method
- 1 tbsp salt
Instructions
Cooking in water
- Add water to a large pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- When the water boils, add the broccoli florets and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes or until they are tender.
- Carefully strain the cooked broccoli and add to a bowl. Season and serve
- If using it in salads and do not want to use it immediately, place it in an ice bath for a few minutes.
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Steaming method
- Add the water to a large pot so it covers 1-2 inches. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the steamer basket into the pot over the layer of water. Make sure the basket does not touch the water. Add the broccoli florets onto the steamer basket and cover the pot with a lid.
- Let it steam for 3-5 minutes or until tender and remove the steamer basket from the pot. Serve the steamed broccoli as needed. You can steam for an additional 1-2 minutes longer for a softer broccoli.
- Season the steamed broccoli and serve or use in recipes or salads.
Notes
- Reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
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: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 52
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| 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.