The Stylish Microwave Gadget That Guarantees Perfectly Steamed Veggies Every Time

Cooking vegetables can be needlessly time-consuming. First, you have to chop them, and then if you’re steaming them on the stove (regardless of whether they’re fresh or frozen), the whole process can take longer than all your other meal prep steps combined. It’s almost enough to discourage you from trying to prepare nutritious meals at home, but there are ways to get around the lengthy process. You won’t find it surprising to learn that the solution can be found at Uncommon Goods. After all, carrying innovative gadgets that simplify common household problems is basically their forte, whether we’re talking about a canteen that lets you take ice cream on the go, a dish cloth holder that creates hanging space out of thin air, or a plate that lets you make omelets in the microwave in just 45 seconds.

Today’s find also lets you take advantage of speedy microwave cooking, allowing you to steam vegetable in a flash. The stoneware microwave steamer is a must for every home chef, and Uncommon Goods customers couldn’t agree more.

This little dish is essentially a stoneware bowl that lets you steam or reheat veggies in the microwave. It features a tight-fitting lid with ventilation holes. As a result, the steamer’s contents heat up exceptionally fast and also become crisp as the steam escapes. In addition to steaming veggies, you can also heat up pretty much whatever you want inside the bowl and even melt butter. Once your eats are done cooking, you can take the steamer directly to the table, as its blue glaze finish makes the piece pretty enough to double as serveware. What’s more, the steamer is dishwasher-safe and measures just 6 inches tall, so it won’t take up a ton of space inside your kitchen cabinet.

Average Rating: 4.8/5

“I use it to steam my veggies and only use a tablespoon of water. They turn out great! I have also used it to heat up chicken, and because it’s moist in the steamer, it keeps it from getting overdone and rubbery.” — CJ

“This steamer is so fast and efficient; I am able to speed up dinner prep for my family tenfold! We use it for all types of vegetables. It is easy to clean and stores nicely in my kitchen.” — Jill

“Not only is it easy to make a healthy side dish, but cleanup is a snap. No more extra pot or steamer basket to wash. Especially great for busy nights when it’s tempting to skip the veggies. One less excuse.” — Debs

One thing to note is that because of the steamer’s small size, you’ll only be able to cook an individual serving of veggies at a time. But even then, it can likely steam multiple servings faster than a boiling pot on the stove. In short, if you’re looking for an easy way to enjoy perfectly cooked vegetables on the daily, you need this clever little kitchen tool.

Buy: Stoneware Microwave Veggie Steamer, $48