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Steamed Broccoli

Serving Size: 10
Nutritious and delicious, steamed broccoli makes a great simple side dish, plus it's a kid favorite!

Recipe by: Mayumi Tavalero

Cook Times

Active Prep10
Hands-On Cook0
Hands-Off Cook7
Passive0
Total Time17 minutes
Recipe Serving Size10

Cooking Tools Required

Cutting board, Kitchen towels, Saucepan with lid, Sharp Knives, Steamer Basket

Ingredients

  • 3 bunch broccoli florets separated, stems peeled and cut
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt

Instructions

  • Cut the broccoli and wait at least 30 minutes before cooking (for best nutrition)
  • In a large pot fitted with a steamer insert, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil. Add salt, and the broccoli (stems first), cover and steam for 3 minutes or until desired tenderness is reached.
Reheating Instructions
Heat in the microwave on medium-high power until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 576mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1136IU | Vitamin C: 163mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg