Healthy Sautéed Vegetables – Quick & Nutritious Side
Quick and flavorful sautéed vegetables made with a mix of fresh broccoli, peppers, carrots, and zucchini — the perfect low-calorie, nutrient-rich side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrot. Sauté 2–3 minutes.
- Add broccoli, peppers, and zucchini. Cook 5–6 minutes until just tender.
- Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and seasoning. Cook 2–3 minutes more.
- Finish with lemon juice or vinegar. Garnish with herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Use any seasonal veggies on hand.
- Add chili flakes for spice or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
- Stores well for up to 4 days.