3/4 pound yellow or gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (2 cups)

1/2 pound broccoli florets, cut about same size as potatoes (3 cups)

2 tablespoon water

1½ tablespoons olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Place potatoes and broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover with a plate or plastic wrap. Microwave on high 5 minutes. Remove from microwave and toss with olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.

Yield 2 servings.