Steamed Vegetables with Chile-Lime Butter

Kids of all ages will gobble up their veggies when topped with a citrus-pepper butter.

Save and Share

false

( 1 Rating)

1 Ratings

5 Stars 100%

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Member Reviews ( 0 )

e85b7027-6e47-4207-ba1e-64fa8bc70482

Prep Time 20 min
Total Time 20 min
Servings 6

Ingredients

2: tablespoons butter or margarine

1: small clove garlic, finely chopped

1: teaspoon grated lime peel

1: teaspoon finely chopped serrano or jalapeño chile

1/2: teaspoon salt

1: tablespoon fresh lime juice

3: cups cut-up fresh vegetables, such as broccoli florets, cauliflower florets and/or sliced carrots

SAVE ON THIS RECIPE!

LOCATION

More stores

See all sales

Weekly specials and coupons may include store name, location, name of the offer, an image, value of the discount, and sale end date. We cannot guarantee that all data will be accurate at all times. You assume the responsibility to review the offers carefully on how you may use and redeem the coupons and other promotions. Please check with the merchant to verify price and availability of the product. Promotions are subject to termination or change at any time.

Save $$$ on your favorite brands

Directions

1 In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add garlic; cook and stir about 20 seconds. Add lime peel, chile, salt and lime juice; mix well. Set aside.
2 In 4-quart saucepan, place steamer basket. Add 1 cup water; heat to boiling.
3 Add cut-up vegetables to basket; cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
4 To serve, place vegetables in serving bowl. Add butter mixture; toss gently to coat.

EXPERT TIPS

Expert Tips

Steaming is a healthy, easy way to cook fresh vegetables. The technique requires no added fat, and vitamins remain in the vegetables instead of leaching into the water, as can happen with boiling.

Got questions? Our experts have the answers. Ask Betty now.