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Stovetop Broccoli Recipe

Learn how to cook broccoli on the stovetop that your family will enjoy with this easy, delicious recipe. It's so tasty and tender that I call this my broccoli recipe for picky eaters!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 110 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 2 bunches broccoli cleaned
  • 2 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • water
  • butter optional
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Cut florets off each bunch of broccoli, taking care to cut florets into similar sizes as much as possible for even cooking. Clean stalks with a vegetable peeler to remove any stems or leaves. Cut upper part of stalk closet to florets into 1-inch thick slices.
  2. Add broccoli to a heavy-bottomed pot. Cover with water and drizzle in about 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Cook over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes or until the stalk of a floret can be easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Remove broccoli with a slotted spoon into a serving bowl. Serve warm with butter and salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Tip - Don't cover the pot with a lid. Cook the broccoli florets covered with water and cook as directed uncovered. This should keep the broccoli bright green while covering it will make it turn a dark brown-green. 
  • Storage Tip:
  • The broccoli tastes best when eaten warm after cooking it, but it can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 110kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 67mg (3%) Potassium 640mg (18%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1263IU (25%) Vitamin C 181mg (201%) Calcium 95mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 110

% Daily Value*

Calories 110kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 67mg 3%
Potassium 640mg 14%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1263IU 25%
Vitamin C 181mg 201%
Calcium 95mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

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