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Healthy Sautéed Vegetables

Savory Healthy Sautéed Vegetables to Brighten Your Plate

This Healthy Sautéed Vegetables recipe transforms a medley of veggies into a nutrient-packed delight, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Mediterranean
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 small Onion thinly sliced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Bell Pepper sliced
  • 1 Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup Broccoli florets
  • 1 Carrot julienned or thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup Snap Peas
  • 0.5 cup Mushrooms sliced
For Seasoning
  • Salt & Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice optional
  • 1 tsp Balsamic Vinegar or Soy Sauce optional
For Enhancements
  • Optional Toppings toasted nuts, seeds, fresh herbs, or grated Parmesan

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash all vegetables under cold water, and cut the bell pepper, zucchini, and onion into uniform slices. Place the vegetables in separate bowls.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sliced onion to the oil and sauté for 1-2 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet, stirring and cooking for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Introduce the bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas, and sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Season with salt, black pepper, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, or soy sauce to taste, and stir to combine.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with optional toppings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and storage. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge.

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