How to freeze broccoli?
How to freeze broccoli, a simple and easy way to freeze broccoli, with no hassle, and hardly any time!
Servings: 5
Calories: 31kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz Broccoli
- Water for Blanching
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into florets, removing any long stems
- In a med/large pot heat water until boiling
- Add broccoli to the boiling water for 1-2 minutes, it should turn a brighter green color.
- Remove from boiling water and stick in an ice bath or place under running cold water.*
- Drain broccoli then place on a small baking sheet- it’s okay if the pieces overlap a little
- Stick in the freezer for 1 hr. After an hour place in freezer safe container and return to the freezer.
- Freeze for a few months, best when eaten in a casserole, or roasted.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
- *Placing the broccoli in ice water or under cold running water stops the broccoli form cooking.
- Frozen broccoli is great when reheated/cooked with some butter, or try my easy cheesy broccoli recipe!
- Find out here how to tell if broccoli is bad!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 287mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 565IU | Vitamin C: 81mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg