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Easy Boiled Broccoli (to Share with the Kids)

You can start with broccoli crowns or precut broccoli florets. And then serve it plain or with a favorite dip.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 128kcal
Author Amy Palanjian

Ingredients

  • 2 medium broccoli crowns (or 4-6 cups broccoli florets)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (or olive oil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Cut the broccoli crowns into florets if needed. Add to a pot and just cover with water.
  • Cover the pot and place over high heat. When it comes to a boil, remove the cover, and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until just tender when poked with a fork.
  • Drain in a colander.
  • Add a serving bowl and toss with butter and salt. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat to serve.
  • Serve with a dip like ketchup, salsa, guacamole, Cucumber Sauce, Cheese Sauce, or another favorite dip.
  • Serve whole broccoli florets Baby Led Weaning style (without the salt).

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 962mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1981IU | Vitamin C: 271mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 2mg