Steamed Broccoli

Ingredients

• 1 pounds broccoli – cut into florets; stems peeled and sliced
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
• lemon – cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. Trim the broccoli into bite-size florets; peel the tough outer layer of the stems and slice the stems 0.5-inch thick.
2. Pour the water into a pot fitted with a steamer basket, ensuring the basket sits above the waterline. Cover and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
3. Add the broccoli to the basket, cover, and steam over medium-high heat until bright green and crisp-tender, 5–7 minutes; a fork should pierce the stems with slight resistance.
4. Transfer the broccoli to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Serve hot with lemon wedges, squeezing lemon over the broccoli just before eating if desired.