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Steamed Broccoli (How to Steam it Perfectly!)
Steamed Broccoli (How to Steam it Perfectly!) offers a straightforward method to cook broccoli florets until tender-crisp. Using just broccoli, water, salt, and pepper, the recipe guides you to steam the vegetable over boiling water for 5 to 6 minutes, preserving its natural flavor and texture. The result is broccoli that remains vibrant and slightly crunchy, making it an ideal side dish or addition to other meals.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
2
servings
Calories:
103 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- water (fill your pot with 1 inch of water)
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring one inch of water to a boil in your pot.
- While you're waiting for your water to boil, use a knife to cut the head of broccoli into florets.
- Add your steamer basket to the pot and place the broccoli florets on the steamer. Reduce the heat to medium, add lid and steam for 5-6 minutes, for tender crisp broccoli.
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Notes
- Use a steamer basket that fits your pot size for even cooking and easy handling.
- Steam the broccoli for 5 to 6 minutes to achieve a tender-crisp texture without losing color.
- Season with salt and pepper after steaming to enhance the natural flavor without making it soggy.
Nutrition Information
Calories
103kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Sodium
100mg
(4%)
Potassium
960mg
(20%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1895IU
(38%)
Vitamin C
271.2mg
(301%)
Calcium
143mg
(14%)
Iron
2.2mg
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 103kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 960mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1895IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 271.2mg | 301% |
| Calcium | 143mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.