Best 9 Simple Steamed Broccoli Recipes

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Looking for a simple and delicious way to prepare broccoli? Look no further than steamed broccoli! This classic dish is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with nutrients and versatile enough to serve as a side dish or main course. Whether you prefer your broccoli tender-crisp or soft and tender, this recipe provides step-by-step instructions for achieving the perfect texture. You'll also find tips for adding a variety of flavors to your steamed broccoli, from a simple squeeze of lemon juice to a drizzle of melted butter or a sprinkle of garlic powder. So grab a head of broccoli and get ready to enjoy this healthy and flavorful dish!

**Recipes included in the article:**

* **Simple Steamed Broccoli:** This basic recipe provides instructions for steaming broccoli in a steamer basket or colander set over a pot of boiling water. You'll learn how to achieve the perfect tenderness and how to season your broccoli with salt and pepper.

* **Steamed Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic:** This variation on the classic recipe adds a zesty kick with lemon juice and garlic powder. You'll also learn how to make a simple lemon-garlic sauce to drizzle over the broccoli.

* **Steamed Broccoli with Butter and Parmesan:** This rich and decadent recipe combines steamed broccoli with melted butter and grated Parmesan cheese. It's a perfect side dish for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

* **Steamed Broccoli with Toasted Almonds:** This recipe adds a crunchy texture and nutty flavor to steamed broccoli with toasted almonds. It's a great way to add some extra protein and healthy fats to your meal.

* **Steamed Broccoli with Sriracha Sauce:** This spicy variation on steamed broccoli is sure to please those who like a little heat. You'll learn how to make a simple sriracha sauce to drizzle over the broccoli.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Lemon juice gives a lift to this steamed veggie side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (10-ounce) packages frozen broccoli
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer basket set inside a pot of boiling water. Steam, covered, until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes.
  • Transfer broccoli to a serving bowl and toss with remaining ingredients.

SIMPLE STEAMED BROCCOLI



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My son adores steamed broccoli, especially the way they serve it at the Outback Restaurant. He loves it so much he asks for broccoli instead of fries when we eat there!! This is what I came up with that he deemed "perfect". (The sugar is merely to help the water boil, like salt does, without adding a salty flavor to the vegetables. I read that tip on a website when I was learning to use the steamer and have used it ever since.)

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 -4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup butter
water

Steps:

  • Place the sugar the bottom of your pan, insert steamer basket. Add the enough water to come just below the bottom of the steamer basket. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add broccoli to basket and cover with a lid. Steam for 7-8 minutes, depending on your tenderness preference.
  • While steaming broccoli, melt butter in the serving bowl in the microwave.
  • Add broccoli and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.7, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 115.7, Carbohydrate 3.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.7

SIMPLE AND SATISFYING BROCCOLI



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head broccoli
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim the woody skin off the broccoli stem and slice the broccoli into nice long "trees". In a large saucepan, mix the water, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli and cover to steam. After 3 minutes, turn off the heat, and allow the broccoli to sit for another couple of minutes. Toss to coat and serve.

STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Give a basic broccoli dish a boost by serving it with black pepper and fresh lemon.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 bunch broccoli (about 1 pound)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Wash the broccoli in cold water and pat dry. Peel the stems and cut them into rounds up to where the florets branch off. Break apart the florets.
  • Pour about an inch of water into a skillet or wok and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Put the broccoli florets in a steamer basket and season with salt. Set the steamer basket over the boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes depending on the size of the florets. Transfer the broccoli to a plate, sprinkle with black pepper and serve with lemon wedges.

HOW TO STEAM BROCCOLI PERFECTLY EVERY TIME



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Delicious basic steamed broccoli recipe! How to steam broccoli so that it stays vibrant green. The easiest way to cook this wonderful vegetable.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Side Dish     How To     Quick and Easy     Broccoli     Green Vegetables

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch of broccoli
Many options here:
Olive oil, butter, or mayonnaise (use olive oil if cooking vegan)
Freshly ground black pepper
Lemon zest or juice, balsamic vinegar, seasoned rice vinegar
Toasted almonds, toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Prep the broccoli crowns and stems: Cut the crowns away from the large stems of the broccoli. Break the crown up into bite-sized florets. Rinse the broccoli florets thoroughly. Peel and discard the thick outer skin of the stems. Slice the stems or cut them into quarters lengthwise.
  • Bring steamer water to a boil: Place 3/4 to 1 inch of water in a saucepan with a steamer and bring to a boil. (Note that if you don't have a steamer, you can simply put the broccoli directly into an inch of boiling water.)
  • Add broccoli, steam 5 to 6 min: Add the broccoli to the steamer and cover; reduce heat to medium and let cook for 5-6 minutes. The broccoli is done when you can pierce it with a fork. As soon as it is pierce-able, remove from heat, place in serving dish. Note that green vegetables like broccoli will turn from vibrant green to drab olive green at about the 7 minute mark of cooking. So, watch the time, and don't let the broccoli overcook!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 38 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize Serves 2-4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BUTTER STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Butter Steamed Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large head broccoli
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the broccoli into florets, discarding stems or reserving for another use.
  • Combine the florets with butter, soy sauce and 1/4 inch water in a skillet large enough to hold the florets in a single layer.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
  • Remove cover and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, 1 -3 minutes longer.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir florets to coat with sauce and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.7, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 302.7, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 4.8

EASY STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Easy Steamed Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mugglenz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 7m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 head broccoli
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Put a steamer basket in a pot with the water and heat to boiling.
  • Chop the broccoli into pieces.
  • Once water is boiling, add the broccoli into the steamer and put the lid on.
  • Steam for around five minutes or until broccoli is bright green and tender but still quite firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.7, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 51.9, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.3

STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Steamed Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cooking_geek

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 lbs broccoli
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Trim the broccoli into large florets.
  • Place the broccoli in a steaming basket over boiling water; cover and steam for 3 minutes.
  • Remove the lid for a moment, then cook, partially covered, until the stems are tender-firm, another 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove to a platter; season with salt and pepper, the butter, and the lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.6, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 132.3, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 3, Protein 4.9

STEAMED BROCCOLI



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Steamed broccoli taste much better and healthier than boiled in water. I like it with little bit of lemon flavor. This one easy way to prepare it. Perfect to compliment any dish.

Provided by asiaford1

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 -2 head broccoli, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 dashes lemon pepper

Steps:

  • Steam the broccoli until they are tender yet remains bright green, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Transfer them in to a bowl and add rest of the ingredients, toss well.

Tips for Steaming Broccoli:

  • Choose fresh, vibrant broccoli: Look for broccoli with deep green florets and firm stalks. Avoid any heads with yellowing or wilted florets.
  • Trim and cut the broccoli: Remove any tough outer leaves and cut the broccoli into uniform florets. This will ensure even cooking.
  • Steam broccoli in a steamer basket: Place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket over a pot of simmering water. Cover the pot and let the broccoli steam for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Use a microwave to steam broccoli: Place the broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Add seasonings and toppings: Once the broccoli is cooked, season it with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil or melted butter, or sprinkle on some grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Steamed broccoli is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of main courses. It is a versatile vegetable that can be seasoned and topped in many different ways, making it a great option for any meal. Whether you steam broccoli in a steamer basket or in the microwave, it is a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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