Description
A simple and delicious Buttered Vegetables recipe featuring tender-crisp carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower coated in a flavorful butter and vegetable broth sauce, enhanced with a touch of herbs and seasoning. This quick stovetop dish is perfect as a healthy side that complements any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter Sauce
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable broth
Vegetables
- 3 carrots, chopped into batons
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 cups chopped cauliflower
Garnish (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs
Instructions
- Melt the butter: Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat until fully melted, creating the flavorful base for the sauce.
- Add seasonings and broth: Stir in the salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend the flavors.
- Incorporate vegetables: Reduce the heat to low, add the chopped carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower to the skillet, stirring well to coat all the vegetables evenly with the buttery sauce.
- Cook vegetables: Let the vegetables cook for 7 minutes for a tender-crisp texture. For softer vegetables, extend cooking time to 10 minutes, adding extra broth if needed to prevent drying.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally sprinkle fresh herbs over the cooked vegetables before serving to add a fresh and vibrant flavor.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter for better control over seasoning.
- The brown sugar balances the savory flavors with a hint of sweetness.
- If you prefer, substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth or water.
- Chop vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
- Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or dill can enhance the final dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: buttered vegetables, vegetable side dish, steamed vegetables, butter sauce, healthy side, quick vegetable recipe
