Wheat Free Steamed Broccoli with Butter
Steamed broccoli with butter is one of those side dishes that proves simple cooking is often the best cooking. The florets come out vibrantly green and just tender enough to hold their shape, then get tossed in melted butter and a pinch of sea salt for a result that's quietly irresistible. Fresh parsley adds a little brightness on top if you're feeling fancy, but the dish is completely satisfying without it. For anyone navigating wheat sensitivities, this recipe is naturally worry-free — every ingredient here is straightforwardly whole and unprocessed, with no hidden grains or thickeners to second-guess. It's the kind of dish that pairs effortlessly with almost any main, from roasted chicken to a simple grain bowl, and it comes together in under ten minutes once your water is boiling. Clean, buttery, 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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