Pregnancy Friendly Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Broccoli is one of those vegetables that punches way above its weight during pregnancy, delivering folate, fiber, and iron in every bite — and this simple preparation lets all of that goodness shine without any fuss. Steaming keeps the florets vibrantly green and tender without leaching nutrients into the cooking water the way boiling can. A knob of unsalted butter and a pinch of sea salt are all it takes to turn a humble side dish into something genuinely craveable, and the optional fresh parsley adds a bright, herby finish that makes the whole bowl feel a little more special. The method is straightforward enough for any night of the week, even when energy levels are running low. Because the ingredient list is short and completely whole-food, there are no hidden additives or preservatives to second-guess — just clean, nourishing eating. Serve it alongside whatever protein you have going and dinner practically takes care of itself.
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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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