Description
A vibrant mix of colorful sautéed vegetables seasoned with garlic and herbs, perfect as a side dish or a healthy main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion (yellow or red), sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or thyme), for garnish
- Optional: Splash of soy sauce or balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces, cutting harder veggies smaller for even cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Add minced garlic and onion, stirring until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Toss in carrots and other hard veggies first, sautéing for about 3 minutes.
- Add zucchini, bell peppers, and any quick-cooking greens, sautéing for another 2-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional soy sauce or balsamic vinegar, mixing in fresh herbs just before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, then serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables based on availability or preference. Avoid crowding the pan to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sautéed vegetables, healthy side dish, vegan recipe, quick meals