Description
Healthy sautéed vegetables are a colorful and nutritious option that can elevate any meal. This Healthy Sautéed Vegetables Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. Bursting with fresh vegetables, aromatic garlic, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish not only delights the palate but also provides essential vitamins and minerals. It’s versatile enough to complement your favorite proteins or grains, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrot rounds
- 1 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch segments
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- sea salt
- powdered onion
- black pepper
- crushed red pepper flakes
- dried 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 it shimmers.
- Sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Incorporate asparagus and zucchini; stir for another 3-5 minutes until vibrant.
- Mix in bell peppers and mushrooms; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt, black pepper, onion powder, red pepper flakes, Italian herbs, and smoked paprika; stir well.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg