Heart-Healthy Savory Mixed Vegetables
Elevate your mealtime with this "Heart-Healthy Savory Mixed Vegetables" recipe, a vibrant medley of nutrient-packed veggies cooked to perfection. Featuring a mix of zucchini, broccoli, carrots, red bell peppers, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish is lightly simmered in aromatic low-sodium vegetable broth infused with dried thyme and basil for a deliciously savory flavor. Perfect for those seeking a wholesome, low-fat side dish or a light vegetarian main course, this recipe is crafted with heart health in mind, using olive oil and minimal salt. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to incorporate colorful vegetables into your diet. Garnished with fresh parsley, this nourishing dish pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or whole-grain sides. Make your meals healthier and more flavorful today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped red onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced zucchini
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large non-stick skillet or wok.
Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli florets, and sliced carrots to the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the oil and garlic.
Cook the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and add the dried thyme, dried basil, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.
Cover the skillet and let the vegetables simmer for 8-10 minutes or until they reach your desired tenderness.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes uncovered.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2764 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1969 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
