Steamed Ginger-Soy Broccoli with Sesame

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Tender steamed broccoli florets tossed in a light ginger-soy dressing and finished with toasted sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, fresh ginger, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 70 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 4 cups broccoli florets in a steamer basket over 1/2 cup boiling water. Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil until combined.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the steamed broccoli to a serving bowl and immediately pour the ginger-soy dressing over it. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top for a nutty finish and serve warm or at room temperature.

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