Description
A vibrant celebration of health, flavor, and simplicity with colorful sautéed vegetables that awaken your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil/butter)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or sliced thin
- ½ cup snap peas
- ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar or soy sauce (optional)
- Optional toppings: toasted nuts, seeds, fresh herbs, grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: Rinse, peel (if necessary), and chop all veggies into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Heat Pan: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Cook Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and sliced onions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Harder Vegetables: Stir in the julienned carrots and broccoli. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add Softer Vegetables: Incorporate the bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas. Sauté for another 4-5 minutes until all veggies are crisp-tender.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste, along with optional lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, or soy sauce for enhanced flavor.
- Finish & Serve: Toss everything well, adjust seasonings, and if desired, garnish with herbs, nuts, or seeds. Serve immediately for best texture.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking and stir gently to retain the shape of the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg