Steamed Broccoli Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Method
Preparation
- 1
Wash the Broccoli
Rinse the broccoli florets under cold running water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Cut the florets into bite-sized pieces if they are large.
- 2
Prepare the Steamer
Fill a pot with 1 cup of water and bring it to a boil. If using a steamer basket, place it in the pot ensuring that the water does not touch the bottom of the steamer.
Steaming
- 3
Add Broccoli to Steamer
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the washed broccoli florets to the steamer basket.
- 4
Cover and Steam
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the broccoli for about 5-7 minutes, or until the florets are bright green and tender but still crisp.
- 5
Season the Broccoli
Once done, carefully remove the steamer basket from the pot. Season the broccoli with salt, and if desired, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice for added flavor.
