Ingredients
- Assorted fresh vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, peas, green beans, asparagus, zucchini)
- Water
- Olive oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Chopped garlic (optional)
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, basil) (optional)
- Grated parmesan or chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a pot with about an inch of water.
- Add the cut vegetables to a steamer basket or a metal strainer, making sure the water doesn’t touch the veggies.
- Bring the water to a simmer, then cover and let the vegetables steam.
- Check for doneness at around 4 minutes with a fork. If still crunchy, continue steaming in 1-2 minute increments.
- Once cooked, season with salt, pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, or any other desired toppings.
Notes
For best results, cut vegetables into even sizes and don’t walk away from the pot while steaming.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg