Sauteed Veggies
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and healthy sautéed veggies recipe, a quick and easy dish bursting with fresh, wholesome flavors. Featuring a colorful medley of zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot, all sautéed to tender-crisp perfection in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, this recipe is as delicious as it is nutritious. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley elevate the dish with a zesty and herby finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile side pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, quinoa, or even pasta. It's a must-try for anyone seeking fresh vegetable recipes that are packed with flavor, low in fuss, and perfect for busy weeknights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium yellow squash
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry all the vegetables.
Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into thin rounds. Cut the red bell pepper into strips and chop the carrot into thin slices. Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the fresh parsley.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets, carrot slices, and red bell pepper strips to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Continue to sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
Drizzle the sautéed vegetables with lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3153 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1412 mg | 30% | |
*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.
