Judy's Vibrant Steamed Vegetable Toss 🥦🥕🥔

Brighten up your meal with this colorful and nutritious steamed vegetable toss! This delightful dish is not only packed with flavor but is also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect as a side for lunch or dinner, it's sure to impress your family and friends. The addition of butter and lemon juice brings a wonderful brightness to the naturally sweet vegetables. 🍋✨

Ingredients

For the vegetable toss

• 1 lb. broccoli (fresh is best!)
• 4 medium potatoes, quartered (red or yellow for creaminess)
• 4 large carrots, sliced (feel free to use baby carrots for convenience)

For the dressing

• ½ cup butter (or olive oil for a lighter option)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Broccoli: Wash the broccoli thoroughly. Cut off the florets and set them aside. Peel the thick stalks and slice them into ½" pieces.

2. Set Up Your Steamer: Arrange the broccoli stalks, potatoes, and sliced carrots in a steaming rack.

3. Start Steaming: Place the steaming rack over boiling water. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes until the vegetables are barely tender.

4. Add the Broccoli Florets: Carefully arrange the broccoli florets in the steaming rack over the other vegetables. Cover and steam for an additional 5 minutes, or until the florets are crisp-tender.

5. Serve It Up: Transfer the steamed vegetables to a serving dish. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and lemon juice, then drizzle over the veggies to brighten their flavor.

💡 Tip: Feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs and spices! A sprinkle of garlic powder or fresh herbs like parsley can add an extra layer of flavor.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair this dish with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal. 🐟🍗
• Serve it over a bed of cooked quinoa or rice for extra texture and nutrition.

Variations

• Add More Veggies: Consider adding bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas for additional colors and flavors. 🌈
• Herb-Infused: Try infusing your butter with herbs like thyme or rosemary before drizzling.
• Vegan Option: Substitute butter with olive oil or coconut oil for a plant-based alternative.

Storage

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat lightly in the microwave or on the stove to keep them fresh! 🌱

Enjoy Judy's Steamed Vegetable Toss, and watch it become a staple at your dining table!