No steamer basket? No problem! Here's how to steam broccoli without a steamer basket. All you need is a pot with a lid and a colander for draining the pot.
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
American
Prep Time5minutes
Cook Time5minutes
Total Time10minutes
Servings4
Calories51kcal
AuthorKatie Moseman
Ingredients
1bunchfresh broccoli
1 1/2cupswater
Instructions
Wash the broccoli. Chop the florets off the stalk, then discard the stalk. Cut down any large florets to match the size of the others.
In a 3.5 quart pot (with a lid), add the water and the broccoli florets. Cover with the lid and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water boils vigorously, reduce the heat to medium.
Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the broccoli florets are easily pierced with a fork but not limp.
Drain into a colander.
Nutrition Facts
How to Steam Broccoli Without a Steamer Basket
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51
% Daily Value*
Sodium 54mg2%
Potassium 480mg14%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 945IU19%
Vitamin C 135.5mg164%
Calcium 74mg7%
Iron 1.1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.