Paraben 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 flick of sea salt that makes every bite pop. For anyone navigating ingredient lists with an eye toward synthetic preservatives and chemical additives, this kind of recipe is a breath of fresh air. Every component here is exactly what it says it is: fresh broccoli, real unsalted butter, sea salt, and an optional handful of flat-leaf parsley. There's no sauce from a jar, no seasoning blend with a mystery ingredient list, just clean, whole foods cooked in the most straightforward way possible. Steaming rather than boiling keeps the florets bright and tender without leaching out flavor or nutrients, and the whole process is done in one pot with a steamer basket. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a little color and a grassy lift that makes the plate look as good as it tastes. It's the kind of effortless, trustworthy cooking that belongs in regular rotation.

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