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Steamed Vegetables
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: See below
Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
1 cup raw vegetables (per person)
Directions
1. Wash vegetables. Trim and cut into same sized pieces.
2. Put all cut vegetables in a medium to large saucepan with a tight fitting lid.
3. Add about 1/2 to 1 inch of water to the bottom of the pan.
4. Bring the water to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until tender. Check to make sure the pan does not boil dry. See below for approximate cooking times.
5. Drain excess water, add seasonings and serve.
Food $ense Tip:
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Make half your plate full of veggies and fruit. Try red, orange and dark green vegetables to add color to your plate each day.
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Steamed veggies are a fat-free choice!

Cooking Time:
5-10 minutes
Asparagus
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Green beans
Celery
Zucchini
Cooking Time:
10-20 minutes
Potatoes
Carrots
Sweet potatoes
Yams
Cooking Time:
30-40 minutes
Beets
Seasoning:
For every 4 cups of vegetables:
Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil or butter.
Sprinkle with favorite herbs and spices.
This recipe is high in Vitamin C! Click here for the Nutrition Facts. Not sure what to look for? Check out our page on How to Read a Nutrition Label to find out!
Adapted from Washington State University Extension Food $ense
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