Honey Free Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Steamed broccoli done right is one of those side dishes that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation — vibrant green, just tender enough, and finished with melted butter that makes every floret shine. This version keeps things beautifully simple, relying on a steamer basket to lock in color and texture rather than boiling the life out of the vegetable. A pat of unsalted butter and a pinch of sea salt are all it takes to turn something humble into something genuinely craveable. Many store-bought sauces and glazes sneak sweeteners into what should be a clean, savory side, so cooking from scratch here means you stay in full control of every ingredient. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley at the end adds a little brightness and makes the whole bowl look like it belongs on a restaurant table. It comes together in minutes and pairs effortlessly with just about any protein or grain you have going.
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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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