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Healthy Sautéed Vegetables

Healthy Sautéed Vegetables for a Quick and Tasty Boost

Enjoy Healthy Sautéed Vegetables that are quick to prepare, nutritious, and perfect for a side dish!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Avocado Oil, Butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced or crushed
  • 1 medium Onion thinly sliced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper any color
  • 1 medium Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets or cauliflower
  • 1 medium Carrot julienned or sliced
  • 1 cup Snap Peas or snow peas or green beans
  • 1 cup Mushrooms sliced button or shiitake
Seasonings & Extras
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar or Soy Sauce, optional
Toppings (optional)
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Nuts or Seeds, or Fresh Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Peel the carrots if desired and chop into uniform pieces.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add olive oil to the pan.
  3. Sauté minced garlic and sliced onions for 1 to 2 minutes until onions become translucent.
  4. Add julienned carrots and broccoli florets to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Add bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas. Sauté for an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
  6. Season vegetables with salt and black pepper, and optional lemon juice or balsamic vinegar.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with optional toppings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

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

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