Rinse and cut vegetables into even-sized pieces
Add 1 to 2 inches of water to a pot or steamer
Place a steamer basket in the pot (water should not touch the vegetables)
Bring water to a boil
Add vegetables to the steamer basket
Cover with a lid
Steam until tender-crisp or to your preferred softness
Check doneness by piercing with a fork
Remove vegetables carefully and drain excess moisture
Season immediately with salt, pepper, butter, olive oil, lemon juice, or herbs