Gelatin Free Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Steamed broccoli with butter is one of those side dishes that sounds simple but genuinely delivers — vibrant green florets, a silky coat of melted butter, and a little flicker of fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy. The steaming method is key here: it keeps the broccoli bright, tender-crisp, and full of flavor rather than waterlogged and dull. Tossing the hot florets with butter and sea salt right in the bowl means every bite is evenly seasoned without any extra steps or pans to wash. For anyone navigating a gelatin-free lifestyle, this kind of recipe is a breath of fresh air — no hidden additives, no processed sauces, just honest whole ingredients you can see and trust. It pairs beautifully with just about anything on the dinner table and comes together faster than you'd expect.
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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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