Coconut Free Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Simple, honest, and deeply satisfying, this steamed broccoli is the kind of side dish that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. The florets come out vibrantly green and just tender enough to hold their shape, then get tossed with melted butter and a pinch of sea salt for a finish that's rich without being heavy. A scatter of fresh parsley adds a little color and brightness if you're feeling fancy, but the dish is completely at home without it. Coconut-derived oils and fats have a way of sneaking into packaged seasonings and pre-made sides, so cooking from scratch with straightforward ingredients like these is the cleanest way to keep things worry-free. The steaming method is key here — it keeps the broccoli from going waterlogged or dull, so every bite has real texture and flavor. This is the kind of recipe that proves you don't need a long ingredient list to put something genuinely good on the table.
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4 servings
- 1 large head broccoli (about 1 ½ lb), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pour about 1 inch of water into a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Set a steamer basket inside — the water should sit just below the basket.
- 2
Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket, cover with the lid, and steam for 5–7 minutes, until the florets are bright green and a fork slides into the thickest stem with just a little resistance.
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