Steaming a head of broccoli in the Instant Pot will soon become your favorite way to cook it! Going from fresh to tender in minutes and without a messy hassle is just another reason to love this simple Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli recipe.
Recipe: $1.55 | Per Serving: $0.39 | Servings: 4
Whether you like your broccoli crisp or like it more tender (like my kids do), then this recipe is for you. You can adjust the cooking time by as little as a minute and make a HUGE difference with your Instant Pot broccoli.
This steamed broccoli is an excellent choice for those looking to save time and simplify their cooking process. With this method, you can enjoy a delicious green vegetable without sacrificing its vibrant color or essential nutrients.
Add in the seasoning mix at the end and you can pack a lot of flavor into every perfect bite of broccoli. Use this Instant Pot broccoli recipe for dinner tonight and see what I mean.
For more Instant Pot veggie recipes, make sure to check out my Instant Pot Asparagus, Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts and Bacon, and Instant Pot Steamed Green Beans.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- Simple ingredients. We don't need much to make a tasty batch of broccoli. With some fresh veggies, oil, and seasonings, we can have a side dish worthy of any meal.
- It's fast! With just a few minutes on the clock, you can have a batch of perfectly cooked broccoli in such a short time. Perfect to serve alongside everything from Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs to Crispy Baked Chicken Quarters.
- Perfectly cooked every time. This recipe is great for getting perfectly cooked broccoli every time. No need to worry about overcooking or undercooking them because once you figure out how tender you like your broccoli, the rest is easy.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Fresh Broccoli- You will need some fresh broccoli that has been washed and cut into florets.
Water- This is necessary for helping to get your Instant Pot to cook properly.
Seasonings- You will want to use some basic pantry staple seasonings like salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
🔪 Instructions for Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli
Step 1: Wash and trim your broccoli into floret sized pieces.
Step 2: Place 1 cup of water inside the Instant Pot and place the broccoli in the steamer basket or lay on the trivet inside of the Instant Pot.
Step 3: Close the lid and seal it. Set the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 0 minutes. Do a Quick Pressure Release when the time is up.
Step 4: Drain the water and remove the broccoli. Place broccoli into a large mixing bowl.
Step 5: Add the olive oil and seasonings.
Step 6: Gently toss well to coat the broccoli evenly.
Serve warm, and enjoy!
🍴 Recipe Tips
- Steaming Method: Use an Instant Pot steamer basket or lay them on the trivet. The steamer basket is convenient.
- Cooking Time: Cook broccoli for 0 minutes as the pressure cooker heats up. For softer broccoli, cook for up to 2 minutes.
- Seasoning Adjustment: Adjust the seasoning mixture to taste. Halve or double the broccoli, but maintain the water amount for proper pressure cooking.
💭 Recipe FAQs
You can keep leftover steamed broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days before it needs to be eaten or tossed. For best results, I recommend eating it sooner rather than later.
You could. Because the broccoli has been cooked, you can freeze it. If you plan to freeze it, flash freeze the broccoli for 1-3 hours on a baking sheet before transferring it to an airtight container for up to 3 months. This will keep it from all sticking together and make it easier if you just want a little and not the entire bunch.
The trivet or steamer basket elevates the broccoli above the water, allowing it to steam without becoming waterlogged.
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📖 Recipe
Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh broccoli (about 1 pound) ($1.31)
- 1 cup water ($0.00)
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil ($0.14)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder ($0.04)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder ($0.04)
- ¼ teaspoon salt ($0.01)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper ($0.01)
Instructions
- Wash and trim your broccoli into floret sized pieces.
- Place 1 cup of water inside the Instant Pot and place the broccoli in the steamer basket or lay on the trivet inside of the Instant Pot.
- Close the lid and seal it. Set the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 0 minutes. Do a Quick Pressure Release when the time is up.
- Drain the water and remove the broccoli. Place broccoli into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the olive oil and seasonings.
- Gently toss well to coat the broccoli evenly.
- Serve warm, and enjoy!
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