Savory Winter Vegetable Medley
Warm up your winter evenings with this delightful Savory Winter Vegetable Medley, inspired by the incredible culinary feats of Robert Irvine on Dinner: Impossible. This dish showcases a vibrant combination of broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, and cherry tomatoes, all steamed to perfection and delicately seasoned. Tossed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, it’s a nutritious and colorful side that complements any main course. Perfect for family gatherings or simple weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress and nourish those who enjoy it.
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Servings
42
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Broccoli
1 head (Cut into bite-size florets)
Cauliflower
1 head (Cut into bite-size florets)
Snow Peas
1/2 lb (Trimmed and cleaned)
Cherry Tomatoes
1 pint (Whole)
Butter
1/4 cup (Melted)
Garlic Powder
to taste (Seasoning)
Salt
to taste (Seasoning)
Pepper
to taste (Seasoning)
Instructions
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1. Begin by preparing a large pot with a steamer basket and fill it with water.
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2. Bring the water to a rolling boil.
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3. Add the cauliflower florets to the pot, cover, and steam for 3 minutes.
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4. Next, add the broccoli florets to the pot and continue to steam for another 3 minutes.
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5. Add the snow peas and steam for an additional 3 minutes.
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6. Finally, add the cherry tomatoes and steam for a final 3 minutes until all vegetables are tender yet crisp.
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7. Check the vegetables for doneness; they should be bright and vibrant in color.
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8. Transfer the steamed vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
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9. Season the medley with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
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10. Drizzle the melted butter over the seasoned vegetables and gently toss to combine.
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11. Serve the vegetable medley in a warmed bowl, presenting it family-style for everyone to enjoy.
Nutrition Information
2.3g
Fat
4.2g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is named Savory Winter Vegetable Medley.
Who inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the culinary feats of Robert Irvine on Dinner: Impossible.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What are the primary vegetables used in this medley?
The main vegetables are broccoli, cauliflower, snow peas, and cherry tomatoes.
How should the broccoli be prepared?
The broccoli should be cut into bite-size florets.
How should the cauliflower be prepared?
The cauliflower should be cut into bite-size florets.
What is the preparation for the snow peas?
The snow peas should be trimmed and cleaned.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are 42 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 2.3g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 4.2g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of this recipe?
The protein content is 1.2g per serving.
What cooking method is used for the vegetables?
The vegetables are steamed to perfection.
How long do you steam the cauliflower?
The cauliflower is steamed for 3 minutes before adding the next vegetable.
When do you add the broccoli to the pot?
The broccoli is added after the cauliflower has steamed for 3 minutes.
How long are the snow peas steamed?
The snow peas are steamed for 3 minutes.
What is the final vegetable added to the steamer?
The cherry tomatoes are the final vegetable added.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 8 ingredients in total.
What type of fat is used to season the vegetables?
Melted butter is used to toss and season the vegetables.
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of melted butter.
What seasonings are added to the medley?
The medley is seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
What should the texture of the vegetables be when finished?
The vegetables should be tender yet crisp.
How should the vegetables look once they are done?
They should be bright and vibrant in color.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What season is this dish ideal for?
This dish is ideal for winter.
How should this dish be served?
It should be served in a warmed bowl, presented family-style.
Does this recipe include sugar?
No sugar content is listed for this recipe.
How many cherry tomatoes are needed?
The recipe requires 1 pint of cherry tomatoes.
What amount of snow peas is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 lb of snow peas.
Is the garlic used fresh or powdered?
The recipe uses garlic powder.
What is the primary role of this dish in a meal?
It is intended to be a nutritious and colorful side dish.