Description
Craving a colorful, nourishing, and quick side dish? These Healthy Sautéed Vegetables are your answer. With a vibrant mix of broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or even a light lunch. It’s packed with nutrients, ready in under 20 minutes, and totally customizable. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, healthy snack options, or dinner ideas to round out your plate, this easy recipe is a delicious solution. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and full of fiber and antioxidants—what’s not to love?
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
1/2 large red onion, sliced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash and prep all vegetables. Slice broccoli, peppers, onions, mushrooms, and mince the garlic.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm.
3. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant—avoid burning it.
4. Add broccoli first and stir-fry for 2 minutes to give it a head start.
5. Add bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Season with salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well.
7. Squeeze in lemon juice if using, and remove the pan from heat.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure veggies get a proper sauté, not a steam.
For best results, cut all vegetables to uniform sizes for even cooking.
Add firmer vegetables like carrots earlier in the cooking process if using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy vegetables, sautéed vegetables, vegan side dish, easy dinner, low calorie, gluten-free, healthy snack, quick recipe