This instant pot broccoli is quick, easy, and a hassle-free method of steaming your broccoli. Serve it with some chicken for a nutritious low carb lunch or dinner!
Rinse the broccoli under running water, then pat dry with paper towels.
Chop the broccoli into medium-sized florets.
Arrange the broccoli in the instant pot basket. You can stack them if you need to.
Spray with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder and salt all over them.
Shake the basket to make sure the spices are mixed in.
Pour some water into the instant pot and place the basket in the instant pot.
Turn the instant pot to manual high pressure and set the timer to zero.
It will take about 10 minutes to come to full pressure.
When the instant pot beeps, quick release it by turning the knob at the top.
Your instant pot steamed broccoli is ready!
Make it in the Microwave
Put the broccoli florets and spices in a microwave-safe bowl, then add two to three tablespoons of water in.
Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate and then microwave it on high for three to four minutes.
Carefully remove the hot plate, and then check if it's done to your preference.
Microwave in 1-minute bursts if not tender enough.
Cook it on the Stovetop
Pour two cups of water into a pot and put a steamer basket in it.
Cover the pot, then bring the water to a rolling boil.
Put the broccoli florets and spices in the basket, cover the pot, and let them cook for 4-5 minutes till tender.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 and contains 5 net carbs per serving.
You can use cut broccoli florets for this recipe to save time.
Remove the broccoli from the instant pot immediately it beeps to prevent mushy broccoli.
You can make more or less broccoli but it would be the same zero minutes of cook time.
Feel free to stack the broccoli in the instant pot basket. It won't affect it because the hot steam will circulate regardless. The broccoli will still turn out perfectly and evenly cooked.
You can add chopped red onions, fresh garlic, and red pepper flakes for even more flavor. You can also add some fresh lemon juice for a tangy flavor.