Steamed Cabbage and Carrots
A healthy and flavorful side dish featuring tender steamed cabbage and sweet carrots, lightly seasoned with butter, garlic, and optional lemon or parsley for freshness.
Equipment
- 1 pot with steamer basket
Ingredients
- ½ head green cabbage chopped
- 2 large carrots sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
- Squeeze of lemon juice or chopped parsley optional finish
Instructions
- Wash and chop cabbage into bite-size pieces.
- Slice carrots into thin rounds or matchsticks.
- Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a pot with a steamer basket.
- Add cabbage and carrots to the basket.
- Cover and steam for 6 to 8 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Transfer steamed vegetables to a bowl.
- Add butter or olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Finish by adding a squeeze of lemon juice or sprinkle chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve warm alongside chicken, fish, beef, or rice dishes.
Notes
- Avoid over-steaming to keep a slight crisp texture.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- A drizzle of honey complements the carrots well.
- Toss with cooked bacon bits or toasted almonds to make it heartier.