Name: Healthy Sautéed Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped; 1 cup thinly sliced carrot rounds; 1 pound asparagus spears, woody ends removed, cut into 1-inch segments; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips; 1 medium zucchini, cut into thin rounds; 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, cleaned and sliced; 3 green onions, thinly sliced (both green and white parts); 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon powdered onion; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Description

A vibrant and flavorful sautéed vegetables dish that can adapt to any season and is perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 cup thinly sliced carrot rounds
1 pound asparagus spears, woody ends removed, cut into 1-inch segments
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips
1 medium zucchini, cut into thin rounds
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
3 green onions, thinly sliced (both green and white parts)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon powdered onion
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Wash, dry, and cut all your vegetables for uniformity.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Add chopped garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.
Add carrot rounds and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Next, add asparagus and zucchini; stir frequently for 3-5 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.
Add bell pepper strips and mushrooms; stir for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender.
Season with sea salt, black pepper, powdered onion, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian herb blend, and smoked paprika. Mix well and allow to meld for about a minute.
Remove from heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and toss gently.

Notes

These sautéed vegetables can be served as a side dish or over grains and proteins. Adjust vegetables based on seasonal availability.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: sautéed vegetables, healthy recipe, easy side dish, vegetarian, colorful vegetables