Remember not to seal the lid and to allow a vent regardless of the type of container you are cooking in. Through our microwave month, we have featured a lot of vegetables that you can steam in the microwave. Once I have peeled and diced the vegetables that I am cooking, I load them into the steamer basket. If you are considering purchasing a microwave steamer for the first time (or even a replacement for an older model), then there are a few things that have changed in the world of kitchen technology that you should be aware of first. Are plastics safe to put in the microwave? I also have a wonderful herbs and spices cupboard (mainly M&S) and will use whichever dried herbs fit in with what I am cooking.

Then remove the lid and carefully allow the steam to escape. Then use a silicone spoon to remove the veggies as you don’t want the steamer water to end up on your dinner plate too.Almost all types of vegetables can be steamed, including leafy greens, root vegetables, cruciferous vegetables, and starchy vegetables. Some popular vegetables for steaming include broccoli, carrots, green beans, asparagus, and potatoes. Equipment needed for Steaming Vegetables:

I recommend you opt for steaming the vegetables that take a long time to cook. Such as carrots, beets, swede, and other turnips. Size, fit for needs, and fit for space. Microwave steamers come in different sizes and shapes for a reason. Some are better for large capacity cooking for families, and some are better for limited space and tiny microwaves. Look for an option that fits in your microwave, and that can handle the size of meals you plan to prepare.Versatility: Most steamers will allow you to cook a wide range of foods including vegetables, lentils and pulses, rice, fish, potatoes, pasta and more.