Steamed Vegetables with Chile-Lime Butter

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Steamed Vegetables with Chile-Lime Butter
20 min.
6
48kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than our Steamed Vegetables with Chile-Lime Butter! This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will elevate any meal.

Imagine a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like crisp broccoli, tender cauliflower, and sweet carrots, all perfectly steamed to retain their natural crunch and nutrients. The real star of this dish, however, is the zesty chile-lime butter that brings everything together. With the aromatic essence of garlic, the zing of lime, and a hint of heat from serrano or jalapeño chiles, each bite is a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. It’s a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while keeping things light and refreshing. Plus, with only 48 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Whether served alongside grilled meats, fish, or as a standalone dish, these steamed vegetables are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So grab your steamer basket and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • small clove garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • teaspoon jalapeno finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • cups cauliflower florets fresh such as broccoli florets, cauliflower florets and/or sliced carrots

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • steamer basket

Directions

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

Nutrition Facts

Calories48kcal
Protein8.22%
Fat68.47%
Carbs23.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.836956506838%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:47.76kcal
2.39%
Fat:3.9g
6.01%
Saturated Fat:0.85g
5.29%
Carbohydrates:2.99g
1%
Net Carbohydrates:1.94g
0.71%
Sugar:1.04g
1.16%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:252.96mg
11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.05g
2.11%
Vitamin C:26.1mg
31.64%
Vitamin K:7.93µg
7.55%
Folate:29.06µg
7.27%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.16%
Potassium:158.84mg
4.54%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.38%
Fiber:1.05g
4.21%
Vitamin A:177.37IU
3.55%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.47%
Phosphorus:24.47mg
2.45%
Magnesium:8.11mg
2.03%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.96%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.84%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.47%
Calcium:13.98mg
1.4%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.36%
Iron:0.23mg
1.26%
Copper:0.02mg
1.12%