Quick Steamed Cauliflower
This quick Steamed Cauliflower is easy and delicious—and a perfect vegetable side dish to share with the kids. Use as much cauliflower as you need to feed your family. Store any uncooked florets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Servings 4
Calories 72kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower (chopped into florets; or about 4-6 cups)
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 2-3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Add about 1 inch of water to a medium saucepan. Place a steamer basket inside.
- Add the cauliflower, cover, and set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 additional minutes after that, lowering the heat slightly if it's rapidly boiling.
- Remove lid and remove cauliflower into a bowl.
- Stir in the butter or oil and salt, if using, and top with cheese. Serve!
Notes
Try to cut the florets into roughly equal sizes so that they cook evenly.
Use a steamer basket that fits into a medium size pot.
Season to taste with salt if desired (or let the cheese add the flavor).
Add fresh herbs (like snipped parsley or basil) if your kids like additional flavor.
Use a cheese your kids like—such as Parmesan or shredded cheddar.
If you don't have a steamer basket, you can also simmer the cauliflower florets in a medium pot with an inch or two of water until tender. You'll want to cover the pot and stir once to endure that the veggies cook evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 252mg | Potassium: 434mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 109IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg