Steamed Mixed Vegetables

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and wholesome Steamed Mixed Vegetables recipe! Bursting with color and flavor, this nutrient-packed medley of broccoli florets, sweet carrots, crisp red bell peppers, tender zucchini, and green beans is gently steamed to perfection, preserving their natural textures and bright hues. A drizzle of zesty olive oil and fresh lemon juice, paired with a light seasoning of salt and black pepper, enhances the vegetables' flavor without overpowering their natural goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, vegan, and gluten-free dish is an ideal addition to any meal—serve it hot or at room temperature for a quick, easy, and nourishing side that pairs beautifully with a wide range of main courses. Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or any occasion where fresh, wholesome eating takes center stage!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 cup Green beans
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.

Step 3

Peel the carrot and slice it diagonally into thin rounds.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.

Step 5

Trim the ends of the zucchini and slice it into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 6

Prepare the green beans by trimming the ends and cutting them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 7

In a large pot, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Once the water is boiling, place a steamer basket inside the pot, making sure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.

Step 9

Add the broccoli, carrot, red bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans into the steamer basket.

Step 10

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 11

Steam the vegetables for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. You should be able to pierce them with a fork, but they should still retain a fresh, vibrant color.

Step 12

While the vegetables are steaming, in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 13

Once the vegetables are done, remove the pot from heat and carefully lift the steamer basket out of the pot.

Step 14

Transfer the steamed vegetables to a serving platter and drizzle them with the olive oil and lemon juice mixture.

Step 15

Toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly with the dressing.

Step 16

Serve hot or at room temperature as a nutritious side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	350.0

Total Fat 15.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3328.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.6g
Protein 12.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216.2mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1174.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 49.9%