How To Steam Carrots

Learn how to steam carrots easily using your preferred method.

Course side, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Western

Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 31kcal

Rinse carrots, removing any debris and pat dry with a paper towel.
Peel carrots with a sharp knife or vegetable peeler and slice carrots to about 1/4 inch slices on a cutting board.
Add water into a saucepan and bring water to a boil.
Add carrots to a steamer basket, place on top of the saucepan, and cover.
Cook carrots for 4-5 minutes, then test for doneness.
Cook for a few more minutes if need.
When done, let stand for a couple of minutes then drain, add to a serving dish and add any flavorings.

Make sure to cut carrot pieces into even size pieces, so they cook evenly.
Make sure you start steaming them over boiling water as this makes the vegetable cook quicker.
To test for doneness stick a fork into them and see how you like them.
Feel free to add cooked carrots into a frying pan with some melted butter to crisp them up and add extra flavor.
If mixing in seasonings, do it carefully so you don't break the pieces.
Choose a microwave safe container that will hold all of your sliced vegetables without overflowing.
Make sure to keep an eye on the steaming liquid. If it evaporates, you will need to add in some more.
Feel free to use the remaining cooking liquid for stock, as this adds a nice flavor.
Storage - keep leftover steamed carrots in ain airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
There are 0 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.