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Instant Pot Broccoli
5 from 27 votes

Instant Pot Broccoli

Instant Pot Broccoli uses medium-cut florets steamed briefly under high pressure without added cook time. The quick steam preserves the broccoli's texture and vibrant green color. A grilled broccoli variation adds a charred flavor using coconut oil, garlic, chili, and lemon. This recipe provides a simple way to prepare broccoli as a steamed or grilled side with fresh seasoning options.

Prep Time
2 mins
Total Time
2 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 34 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Vegan

Ingredients

For The Broccoli
  • 400 g broccoli florets 2 1/3 cups, cut into medium pieces, from 2 heads
  • 250 ml water 1 cup
  • salt
For Grilled Broccoli
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 4 cloves garlic sliced
  • lemon juice dash
  • 1 mild chili sliced
  • lemon for garnish, wedges
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

Instant Pot Broccoli
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  1. Wash the broccoli.
  2. Add the water to the Instant Pot insert.
  3. Place the steamer basket inside the Instant Pot insert and then add the broccoli florets to it.
  4. Select the manual or pressure cook button (dependent upon IP model), select high pressure and set the timer to 0 mins.
  5. As soon as Instant Pot comes to pressure and beeps, do a Quick Release. When complete, remove the lid.
  6. Season to taste. You can use salt, chilli, citrus, sesame oil etc.
To Make Grilled Broccoli
  1. Add the oil, garlic and the chilli to a pot over medium heat until garlic starts turning golden brown. Garlic and chilli burn very quickly so as soon as they start changing colour,  pour the mix into a cool container to stop the cooking.
  2. Heat a grill pan or broiler over high heat and grill the broccoli in batches making sure to turn the florets halfway through so all sided get char marks.
  3. Transfer the grilled broccoli to a bowl, pour the garlic and chilli mix and a dash of lemon juice (if using).
  4. Adjust seasoning, add in lemon wedges (if using) and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust cooking time to 1 minute under high pressure for softer broccoli or larger florets.
  • Save and chill the cooking water for a nutrient-rich drink containing vitamins extracted during steaming.
  • Cook time excludes time to reach pressure and natural pressure release.
  • Serve steamed or grilled broccoli alongside rice, chicken marinades, or Parmesan crusted chicken for a balanced meal.

Nutrition Information

Calories 34kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 2g (4%) Sodium 36mg (2%) Potassium 316mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 625IU (13%) Vitamin C 89.2mg (99%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 34

% Daily Value*

Calories 34kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Sodium 36mg 2%
Potassium 316mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 625IU 13%
Vitamin C 89.2mg 99%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.