Steamed Vegetable Medley

Steamed Vegetable Medley is a simple, healthy dish featuring a colorful mix of fresh vegetables cooked gently over steam. Common ingredients include broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, snap peas, and zucchini, often seasoned lightly with salt, pepper, or herbs. While steaming vegetables is a universal cooking technique, this particular medley is popular in modern health-conscious and vegetarian cuisines worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very low in fat and protein, primarily providing complex carbohydrates from the vegetables themselves. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamins (like vitamin C, K, and A), and minerals (such as potassium), with a typical serving containing around 80-120 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	16 g
Fat	1 g
Fiber	5.5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	150 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin A	800 IU
Vitamin K	90 mcg
Folate	120 mcg
Potassium	480 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Magnesium	35 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Steaming is one of the best cooking methods for preserving water-soluble vitamins and antioxidants that can be lost in boiling. Culturally, the medley represents a contemporary approach to eating a 'rainbow' of vegetables, emphasizing both visual appeal and a broad spectrum of nutrients.