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The quickest, easiest way to cook broccoli, this Instant Pot broccoli is buttery and tender, drizzled with a lemon butter sauce, and on the table in under 15 minutes!
To cook this Instant Pot Broccoli, you literally set the Instant Pot to zero minutes. Yes, zero minutes.
By the time it gets up to pressure, the broccoli is done cooking. It's SO EASY.
Plus, a tangy lemon butter sauce is the perfect accompaniment for this broccoli. Adding the perfect silky finish, you may even get non-vegetable lovers to eat this broccoli (they will probably like this Sauteed Broccolini too)!
The is THE way to be eating your broccoli. The boyfriend and I are totally addicted to cooking veggies in the Instant Pot - we are all about this Instant Pot Acorn Squash and this Instant Pot Creamed Corn.
Check out the Instant Pot broccoli story!
Ingredients
Look for deep green heads of broccoli. You can also buy bags of pre-cut broccoli florets for convenience.
Fresh lemon juice is a must when making the lemon butter. Bottled juice just won't have the same flavor.
The full list of ingredients and instructions is included in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Step By Step Instructions
Cut the heads of broccoli into individual florets. Place them in a steamer basket (made to work with Instant Pot) and put them in the Instant Pot.
Add the water and set the pressure to cook for zero minutes. Use the quick release to release the steam when done.
Drizzle with lemon butter and serve immediately.
How to Make Lemon Butter
Combine the butter, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a microwave safe bowl.
Microwave for 20-60 seconds, or until butter is fully melted. Stir well to ensure it is combined and the salt has dissolved.
This lemon butter would also be incredible on these Roasted Leeks, these super Crispy Roasted Potatoes or this easy Grilled Squash.
Expert Tips
- If your broccoli comes out mushy (I've never had this happen, but some people have), try cooking it on low pressure instead.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best results. Bottled juice will not provide the same fresh flavor.
- You can also crumble some cheese like feta or goat cheese on top for an extra delicious tangy flavor.
- Double the recipe for the same cook time.
- I use a 6 quart Instant Pot to make this recipe. An 8 quart would work also, but I would add ¾ cup of water.
- Replace the lemon butter with this Chili Butter if you want some spice or this Chimichurri Sauce for a delicious tangy, herby flavor.
Did you make this recipe? Rate it and leave a comment to let me know how it turned out!
If you have a little more time, we are also huge fans of this sous vide broccoli. The broccoli comes out perfectly tender, retains it's beautiful green color, and tastes amazing!
Instant Pot Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli about 4 cups of florets
- ½ cup water
Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Cut the heads of broccoli into individual florets.
- Place them in a steamer basket (made to work with Instant Pot) and put them in the Instant Pot.
- Add the water and set the pressure to cook for zero minutes.
- Use the quick release to release the steam when done.
- Drizzle with lemon butter and serve immediately.
Lemon Butter Sauce:
- Combine the butter, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 20-60 seconds, or until butter is fully melted.
- Stir well to ensure it is combined and the salt has dissolved.
Expert Tips:
- If your broccoli comes out mushy (I've never had this happen, but some people have), try cooking it on low pressure instead.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best results. Bottled juice will not provide the same fresh flavor.
- You can also crumble some cheese like feta or goat cheese on top for an extra delicious tangy flavor.
- Double the recipe for the same cook time.
- I use a 6 quart Instant Pot to make this recipe. An 8 quart would work also, but I would add ¾ cup of water.
- Replace the lemon butter with this Chili Butter if you want some spice or this Chimichurri Sauce for a delicious tangy, herby flavor.
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