Healthy Sauteed Vegetables Recipe
Looking for a quick and delicious way to boost your vegetable intake? This Healthy Sauteed Vegetables Recipe is your answer! Packed with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this nutritious dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrot rounds
- 1 pound asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch segments
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Sea salt
- Onion powder
- Black pepper
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Italian herbs
- Smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them uniformly for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add carrot rounds and stir for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Incorporate asparagus and zucchini; stir for another 3-5 minutes until vibrant green and tender-crisp.
- Add bell peppers and mushrooms; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Season with salt, black pepper, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian herbs, and smoked paprika; stir well.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice; toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg