Healthy Food Prep Recipes: Sautéed Vegetables Ready in Minutes
These sautéed vegetables are a fast, flavorful side dish or meal prep essential — ready in minutes and endlessly customizable with herbs, spices, and seasonal produce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: lemon juice, fresh herbs, chili flakes
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add carrots and broccoli. Sauté 2–3 minutes.
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, and onion. Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in garlic and cook 1–2 minutes more.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional additions. Serve warm or cool for meal prep.
Notes
- Adjust vegetables based on what’s in season or available.
- Great for lunch bowls, side dishes, or adding to wraps.
- Store in airtight containers up to 5 days.