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How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave

10/25/17 | Healthy, Recipes, Tips & Tricks

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How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial.

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial. | #CookingTutorial | #Broccoli | #SideDish |

One of the earliest recipes I shared on this blog was my Butter and Garlic Green Beans recipe. At the time, it was my ultimate no-fail lazy-bones vegetable side recipe, and I still love it. It’s also one of the most popular recipes on the site, so clearly you guys love it too.

But since then, I’ve found an even EASIER, LAZIER vegetable side, one that requires me to turn on neither oven nor stove: Microwave-Steamed Broccoli.

Yup, did you know you can steam broccoli in the microwave? Because you can, and it’s GREAT. It’s great freshly steamed, with nothing on it or even better, tossed in a little butter and sprinkled with salt and pepper.

See Also: The BEST Crispy Oven-roasted Broccoli

On many a night, it has saved me from just eating a slab of meat with nothing else on my plate, because it’s basically zero effort and takes fewer than five minutes to make.

Here’s How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave:

Place chopped broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl and pour 3 tablespoons of water over the top.

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial. | #CookingTutorial | #Broccoli | #SideDish |

Cover with a plate and microwave on high for 2 1/2 to 4 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial. | #CookingTutorial | #Broccoli | #SideDish |

Be careful when you remove the broccoli from the microwave. The steam will be hot!

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial. | #CookingTutorial | #Broccoli | #SideDish |

Transfer broccoli to a serving dish and serve plain or toss with butter and a little salt and pepper.

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial. | #CookingTutorial | #Broccoli | #SideDish |

And enjoy!

How easy was that!?

For more vegetables in the microwave recipes, try Green Beans in the Microwave, Corn on the Cob in the Microwave, and Cauliflower in the Microwave.

Piece of microwave steamed broccoli on a fork.

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave

How to Steam Broccoli in the Microwave, a quick step by step tutorial.
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Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings (Hover or Click to Change Yield): 2 servings
Calories: 49kcal
Author: Tracy

Ingredients

  • 1 large head broccoli chopped
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste optional

Instructions

  • Place chopped broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl and pour water over the top.
  • Cover with a plate and microwave on high for 2 1/2 to 4 minutes, until broccoli is tender. Be careful when you remove the broccoli from the microwave. The steam will be hot!
  • Transfer broccoli to a serving dish. If desired, top with butter, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Approximate nutritional information is for steamed broccoli only. Broccoli tossed with butter, salt and pepper is approximately 100 calories per serving.
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