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Sauted Vegetables

Brighten your meal with these vibrant sautéed vegetables! A colorful, nutrient-packed dish ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing and flavor
  • 1/2 medium red onion chopped
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves for an aromatic touch
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice to brighten the dish

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Begin by washing and chopping all the vegetables as outlined in the ingredients list. Make sure to slice the carrots and zucchini evenly for uniform cooking.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Allow it to warm for about a minute until it shimmers.
  3. Add the chopped red onion and sliced carrots to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the carrots begin to soften.
  4. Next, stir in the chopped red bell pepper and broccoli florets. Continue to sauté for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender but still crisp.
  5. Add the sliced zucchini and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the zucchini is tender and the garlic is fragrant.
  6. Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper to taste. Give everything a good toss to combine. After a minute, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap olive oil with avocado or coconut oil.
  • Use yellow onion or shallots if red onion is unavailable.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.