Steamed Broccoli

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A quick and simple recipe for steamed broccoli. Skip the bacon, swap olive oil for butter, toss in some cheese; whatever you like.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

  • 1 slice cooked bacon, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

  2. Mix steamed broccoli, bacon, butter, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

143 Calories
9g Fat
13g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 143
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 219mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 120mg 134%
Calcium 77mg 6%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 574mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.