How long to steam carrots and green beans?

When it comes to steaming vegetables we find that the longer they cook, the better. Carrots and green beans are no exception. Just make sure that the carrots and beans are cut into small pieces so that they don’t take forever to become tender.

How long to steam carrots and green beans together?

Steaming carrots and green beans together doesn’t take much longer than steaming each separately. If you’re looking to save time, you can also cook the carrots and green beans separately and combine them at the end.

How long to steam carrots and green beans whole?

Steaming whole carrots and green beans takes about 20 minutes. Just add about a cup of water to a pot with a steaming basket and fill the basket with carrots and green beans. Set the pot over boiling water and cook the vegetables until tender, for about 10 minutes for carrots and about 5 minutes for green beans.

How long to steam carrots and green beans together with potatoes?

If you're trying to steam potatoes, carrots, and green beans together, start by boiling the potatoes and carrots in water. While they're boiling, prepare the green beans by snipping off the ends. Once the potatoes have about 10 to 15 minutes left in the boiling water, add the carrot and green beans, return the potatoes to a boil and cook for another 5 minutes. The entire cooking process should take about 20 minutes. Drain the vegetables and let them cool completely.

How long to steam carrot and green beans?

Steaming carrots until tender is usually only about 7-9 minutes. Steaming green beans until tender will take about 12-15 minutes. You can check that the vegetables are tender by piercing them with a fork. If the fork goes in without resistance, they’re ready.