How to Cook Broccoli
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How to Cook Broccoli
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To cook broccoli on the stovetop, bring water salted with two tablespoons of salt to a boil, then add broccoli florets and simmer for two to three minutes until tender. Draining and quickly placing them in an ice bath helps stop cooking and retain a bright green color when serving cold or reheated. This quick simmer keeps the broccoli tender without becoming mushy.
The oven roasting method preheats the oven to 425°F. Broccoli florets are tossed with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then arranged on a roasting pan. Roasting for seven to ten minutes softens the broccoli while creating slight caramelization and crisp, browned tips, providing added flavor and texture variation.
Cooked broccoli can be served warm immediately or chilled for salads and sides. Its versatility makes it convenient for various dishes and meal types.
Store cooked broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four days to maintain freshness. Consume within this timeframe for best taste and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 broccoli cut into florets, head
Stovetop Method
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons salt
Oven Method
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
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.
Notes
- Store cooked broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
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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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