Instant Pot Broccoli

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This is the absolute best way to quickly steam broccoli that is full of flavor and packed with nutrients. To add some extra flavor, you can sprinkle the cooked broccoli with some freshly grated parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Your family will love this classic and healthy side.

WHAT IS INSTANT POT BROCCOLI?

Fresh broccoli florets are pressure cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot. This delicious and easy veggie side dish is ready in only 1 minute and compliments most meat, fish and seafood dishes.

INGREDIENTS

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for broccoli cooked in the Instant Pot, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

You may have all of these steamed broccoli ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

• Pantry Ingredients: water
• Produce Ingredients: broccoli

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love cooking vegetables in the Instant Pot then you’ll love our Instant Pot Black Beans.

INSTRUCTIONS

This section shows how to cook broccoli in the Instant Pot, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

COOK: After adding the broccoli, close and lock the lid. Next, close the vent, set to high pressure cooking and cook for 1 minute. After the cooking is done, carefully do a quick release by turning the valve to open.

SERVE: Once all the steam is vented, open the lid, remove the broccoli and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love everything broccoli then you’ll love Stef’s Beef and Broccoli.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Instant Pot broccoli tastes best fresh right out of the pot. If you have any leftovers you can store them in an airtight container or a ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat:  Place the broccoli on a microwave safe plate, cover it with a paper towel and put it into the microwave for 1-1 ½ minutes, depending on your machine.

Freeze: You can freeze leftover broccoli in a freezer safe container or ziplock freezer bag for up to a month.

Defrosting: Thaw in the fridge overnight, or put the frozen broccoli on the counter until it reaches room temperature. Then pop it into the microwave until hot, about 1 -1 ½ minutes. The texture of defrosted broccoli might be slightly softer and soggier compared to freshly cooked broccoli.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH INSTANT POT BROCCOLI

We love serving this quick and easy broccoli side dish with Instant Pot beef tips, Air Fryer Salmon with Garlic Lemon Rub, or Instant Pot Chicken Thighs with Lemon Butter Sauce.

MORE BROCCOLI RECIPES

If you are looking for more quick and easy ways to prepare vegetable side dishes, give our Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables, Air Fryer Asparagus, or Air Fryer Carrots with Balsamic Glaze a try. Or try these broccoli recipes:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about steaming broccoli.