Pescatarian Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Broccoli this simple has no business tasting this good, yet here we are. Steaming keeps the florets brilliantly green and just tender enough — none of that sad, waterlogged texture you get from boiling. A couple tablespoons of butter and a pinch of sea salt are all it takes to turn a humble vegetable into something you'll actually look forward to eating. A handful of fresh parsley scattered over the top adds a little color and a bright, herby finish that makes the whole bowl feel a bit more special. It comes together in under ten minutes with barely any cleanup, which makes it an easy weeknight side alongside fish, pasta, or pretty much anything else on the table. Whether you're building a full pescatarian spread or just need a reliable green to round out a meal, this one delivers every single time.
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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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