Steamed Vegetables

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Steamed vegetables -cauliflower, green beans, red pepper, carrots and onions. serve in a white plate, close up view

This recipe highlights simple ingredients with clear flavor.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Cauliflower and carrots bring natural nourishment and texture.
Green beans and red pepper add freshness without heaviness.
A simple vegetable dish that fits naturally into mindful daily routines.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

Start with the Vegetable Cooking Guide:
https://www.letsveg.com/vegetable-cooking-guide

Steamed vegetables -cauliflower, green beans, red pepper, carrots and onions. serve in a white plate, close up view
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Steamed Vegetables

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Steamed vegetables with cauliflower, green beans, red pepper, carrots, and onion. A simple plant-forward dish with fresh flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 115

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup green beans trimmed
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

Cuisinart Microwave Steamer
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Fill a pot with a small amount of water and bring to a boil.
  2. Place cauliflower, green beans, carrots, and onion in a steamer basket.
  3. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add red pepper during the last 2 minutes.
  5. Steam until vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
  6. Remove vegetables from heat.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  8. Drizzle with olive oil.
  9. Season with salt and black pepper.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 41mgPotassium: 419mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 6386IUVitamin C: 72mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Do not oversteam to keep vegetables vibrant
• Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking
• Add lemon juice for extra brightness if desired

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