Description
A quick and nutritious side dish packed with colorful vegetables that complements any main course.
Ingredients
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- 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
- Wash, peel (if needed), and cut all vegetables into uniform pieces.
- Place skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
- Add garlic and onions, sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add carrots and broccoli first; cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas; sauté for another 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add salt, pepper, and optional flavorings (lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, or soy sauce).
- Toss well and garnish with herbs, seeds, or nuts. Serve immediately for best texture.
Notes
Feel free to mix and match any vegetables you have on hand. For added protein, toss in some cooked chicken, tofu, or chickpeas during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg