Ginger and Lemon Steamed Vegetables
Brighten up your plate with this vibrant and refreshing recipe for Ginger and Lemon Steamed Vegetables! Perfectly steamed broccoli, carrots, and green beans are infused with the zesty flavors of fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and the gentle warmth of grated ginger. This quick and healthy dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal side for weeknight dinners or a light, guilt-free meal on its own. A drizzle of olive oil ties everything together, while a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances the natural flavors of the vegetables. Packed with nutrients and bursting with citrusy, spicy notes, this recipe will make your taste buds sing. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, fish, or even rice for a wholesome and delicious meal the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Broccoli florets
- 150 grams Carrots, sliced into thin rounds
- 150 grams Green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and prepare the vegetables: cut the broccoli into small florets, slice the carrots into thin rounds, and trim the ends off the green beans.
Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water and bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket inside the pot, making sure it sits above the water level.
Add the prepared vegetables to the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the vegetables over medium heat for 7-10 minutes, or until tender but still crisp.
While the vegetables are steaming, in a small bowl, mix the grated ginger, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Once the vegetables are done, transfer them to a serving dish.
Drizzle the ginger and lemon dressing over the hot vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
72 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*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.
