Latex 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 bite feel a little indulgent. For anyone navigating latex sensitivities, this kind of simple, whole-ingredient cooking is a genuine relief, since the usual concern is avoiding foods with known cross-reactive proteins. Broccoli is a safe, low-risk choice, and this recipe keeps things clean with just a handful of straightforward ingredients: fresh florets, unsalted butter, sea salt, and optional parsley. The steaming method is key — it preserves that bright color and keeps the texture from going mushy, so you get florets that are tender at the stem but still have a little bite. Tossing everything together right in the serving bowl means the butter coats every piece evenly without any extra fuss. It comes together in minutes and pairs easily with almost any main, making it one of the most effortless ways to get a genuinely satisfying vegetable 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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