Steam Broccoli in Microwave
Learn How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave with this easy microwave broccoli recipe. You only need 2 ingredients for this healthy side dish that takes just minutes to make!
Servings: 4
Cost: $5
Equipment
- microwave oven
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw broccoli 1 to 2 heads
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon butter optional
- pinch sea salt, garlic powder, pepper optional
Instructions
- Rinse broccoli, and chop into florets
- Add broccoli florets to microwavable bowl, and add water, sea salt, pepper, garlic powder and 1 tablespoon butter if desired
- Cover with vents for steam, place in microwave, and cook for 4 minutes. Carefully remove cover, stir and serve
Notes
If you like crisper broccoli, cook for 3 minutes, and add another minute if needed.
Total cook time depends on amount of broccoli and wattage of your microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 654IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg