Steamed Vegetables
Discover the world of culinary simplicity with the nutritious and versatile dish of steamed vegetables. Learn the art of perfectly steaming a medley of veggies that capture their fresh flavours and crisp textures.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 500 g Carrots (boiled)
- Cauliflower (boiled)
- Broccoli (boiled)
- Salt (adjust to taste )
- Black Pepper (adjust to taste )
- Olive Oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- 1
Wash and prepare the vegetables by peeling, trimming, and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Fill a large pot with water, about 2 inches deep, and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Place a steamer basket or a metal colander inside the pot, ensuring that it doesn't touch the water.
- 4
Add the prepared vegetables to the steamer basket, making sure they are evenly spread out.
- 5
Season the vegetables with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Cover the pot with a lid and steam the vegetables for about 8-10 minutes or until they are tender but still retain some crispness. Be careful not to overcook them.
- 7
Once the vegetables are steamed, remove them from the pot and transfer them to a serving dish.
- 8
Drizzle a little olive oil over the steamed vegetables for added flavour and moisture.
- 9
Toss the vegetables gently to coat them evenly with the olive oil.
- 10
Serve the steamed vegetables as a side dish or as a healthy addition to your main course.