Healthy Sautéed Vegetables – Quick, Flavorful & Nutritious Side
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and nutritious sautéed vegetable dish! Bursting with color and flavor, this quick side is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a medley of fresh veggies that not only looks stunning on your plate but also packs a nutritional punch. This recipe is versatile and allows for customization based on your preferences or what’s in season. Enjoy the delightful taste of seasonal veggies sautéed to perfection, making healthy eating fun and enjoyable for everyone!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 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
- Optional: lemon juice, balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Prep all vegetables by washing and slicing them into uniform pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and onion; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Introduce carrots and broccoli; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and snap peas; sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Season with salt and pepper; add optional lemon juice or balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Toss everything together before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg