How to Steam Broccoli

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Serves 4

This steamed broccoli recipe is my favorite method for cooking broccoli. It takes less than 10 minutes, and the florets are sweet, crisp-tender, and bright green. Serve it as a side dish, or toss it into grain bowls, mac and cheese, and more!

Equipment

OXO Steamer Basket

Ingredients

1 pound broccoli florets
Water, for steaming
Extra-virgin olive oil, optional, to taste
Fresh lemon juice, optional, to taste
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket and set over a pot with 1-inch of water.
Bring the water to a simmer, cover, and let steam 5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender.
Season the steamed broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, as desired.

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