Seed Oil Free 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. The real magic is finishing with real unsalted butter, which coats every floret in rich, creamy flavor without a drop of vegetable, canola, or any other refined oil in sight. That matters more than it sounds, because so many "healthy" vegetable sides quietly rely on seed-based cooking fats that some people are actively trying to avoid. Here, the ingredient list is refreshingly short and completely transparent — broccoli, butter, salt, and a little fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy. It comes together in minutes and works as an easy weeknight side or a clean, unfussy addition to any plate. Simple, honest, and genuinely delicious.
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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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