10 Steamed Foods for a Vegan and Vegetarian Diet

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Steamed Vegetables

A colorful mix of broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, and bell peppers, lightly seasoned with herbs and spices.

Steamed Tofu

Firm tofu cubes marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil, then steamed until heated through.

Steamed Edamame

Young soybeans steamed until tender, sprinkled with salt, and served as a protein-rich snack or appetizer.

Steamed Dumplings

Leafy spinach leaves steamed until wilted, offering a low-calorie source of iron, vitamins, and minerals.

Steamed Spinach

Leafy spinach leaves steamed until wilted, offering a low-calorie source of iron, vitamins, and mineral

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Steamed Tempeh

Fermented soybean cake steamed until heated through, often marinated in a savory sauce for extra flavor.

Steamed Lentils

Nutrient-rich lentils cooked with water and seasoned with herbs and spices, providing a good source of protein and fiber.

Steamed Brown Rice

Fiber-rich brown rice cooked with water or broth, then steamed until fluffy and tender, serving as a wholesome base for meals.

Steamed Vegetable Dim Sum

Bite-sized dumplings filled with a variety of vegetables, tofu, and seasonings, steamed until tender and served with a dipping sauce.

Steamed Stuffed Bell Pepper

Bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of quinoa, vegetables, and herbs, then steamed until the peppers are soft and fragrant.