Healthy Sautéed Vegetables are colorful, quick, and heart-healthy. Bursting with natural flavor and tender-crisp texture, this vibrant veggie medley is the perfect side dish for any meal.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Sautéing
Cuisine:Various
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 small red bell pepper, sliced (about 100 g)
1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons (about 150 g)
½ cup broccoli florets (about 60 g)
½ cup sliced carrots (about 60 g)
½ small red onion, thinly sliced (about 50 g)
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: squeeze of lemon juice or ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or sesame seeds
Instructions
Wash, dry, and chop all vegetables into uniform pieces for even cooking.
Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high until shimmering.
Add carrots and broccoli. Sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in zucchini, bell pepper, and onion. Cook another 5–7 minutes until crisp-tender.
Add garlic during the last minute, then season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice or balsamic vinegar. Toss and serve warm.