Tender from stem to floret, baby broccoli is a little more delicate than standard broccoli and especially easy to cook whole. Roast it until the tips crisp, sauté it with garlic, grill it alongside dinner, or toss it into pasta and grain bowls.

Its slender stems cook quickly and need very little trimming, making it a useful vegetable for nights when you want something fresh on the table without much prep.