Sauteed Garlic Vegetables
These tender-crisp sauteed garlic vegetables are bursting with savory flavor and make a quick, vibrant side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- •2 cups broccoli florets (200g)
- •2 cups sliced carrots (200g)
- •1 medium red bell pepper, sliced (120g)
- •1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons (150g)
- •3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45ml)
- •4 cloves garlic, minced
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15ml)
- •2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry all the vegetables thoroughly, ensuring they are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- 2
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Add the sliced carrots and broccoli florets first, as they take slightly longer to cook, and saute for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- 4
Add the sliced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, continuing to stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low, create a small clearing in the center of the pan, and add the minced garlic, cooking for about 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 6
Toss the garlic thoroughly with the vegetables, then season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- 7
Remove the skillet from the heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
💡 Chef tips
- You can easily customize this recipe by swapping in your favorite seasonal vegetables like snap peas, mushrooms, or asparagus.
- To prep ahead, wash and chop the vegetables up to a day in advance and store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and gently reheated in a skillet.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish should feature vibrantly colored, tender-crisp vegetables coated in a glossy olive oil and aromatic garlic glaze, smelling strongly of fresh herbs and toasted garlic with a bright, savory flavor.