Steaming veggies in the microwave is so quick and easy using my foolproof ziplock bag method. Delicious freshly cooked vegetables that retain all their nutrients in just 3 minutes!
We all know that steaming vegetables is much healthier than boiling as they don’t lose so many of their nutrients in the cooking process. But if like me you don’t have space to fill your kitchen with yet another gadget or appliance then I’ve got a super easy way to steam them in just 3 minutes in the microwave.
All you need for this is a plastic ziplock or freezer bag. Just make sure it’s BPA free and safe for microwave use. You don’t need to add any water, the veggies will cook in their own steam. If you would like to flavour them a bit more then simply add a knob of butter and some dried herbs. Delicious!
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And if you try the recipe please come back and let me know what you think, I always love to get your feedback.
How To Steam Vegetables In A Bag
Prep Time: 1 minute- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 4 minutes
Yield: 4
Category: Side Dish
Method: Steam
Cuisine: British- Diet: Vegetarian
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Steaming veggies in the microwave is so quick and easy using my foolproof ziplock bag method. Delicious freshly cooked vegetables that retain all their nutrients in just 3 minutes!
Ingredients
A selection of fresh vegetables
Instructions
- Chop any large vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower into bite sized pieces and add them all to a microwave-safe plastic bag.
- Seal the bag ¾ of the way across if using a ziplock bag but be sure to leave a small gap so the steam can escape.
- Put the bag into the microwave and cook on high for about 3 minutes.
- Open the door and allow the steam to escape and the bag to cool down. Check if the vegetables are cooked enough. If not cook for another minute.
- Serve immediately.
Diane Cascio says
Quick and easy to prepare, healthy and delicious to eat.
★★★★★
Lyndsey says
I love this idea! I enjoy buying the fresh vegetables myself and meal prepping my own lunches for work, rather than spending 3-4 dollars on one bag of microwave steam veggies.
This is quick, simple, cost efficient and great when you only have a fridge and microwave at work!
★★★★★
Yasmin says
Possibly the best tip I have come across this year! I have a veg steamer but it’s right faff to put together, wash up and it also takes up loads of cupboard space. I steam veg all the time now with this idea!!
D says
Why not just steam them on a pot on the stove? It’s only 5 minutes? This “convenience” wastes plastic and really doesn’t save time. We are really lazy.
Rebecca says
I’m disabled and find it difficult to stand for long periods of time, washing dishes are difficult for me and I still have to work to survive… this is a really easy way to prep for the week. Don’t be so judgmental. Not everyone is born with the same abilities as you.
Anonymous says
Same here, thank you.
★★★★★
sparrow says
do you think making bags ahead of time and freezing them would work? we get fresh broccoli from a farmers market but sometimes we can’t finish it all!
Ciara Attwell says
Yes that sounds like a great idea!
Lorraine says
What brand of bag did you use? I can’t say I’ve ever noticed plastic bags advertised as BPA free microwave safe.
Sayur Tumpang says
Does not reduce the nutrients in vegetables?
Ciara Attwell says
All cooking reduces or alters the nutrients in some way!