Delicious Lemon Pepper Vegetables

Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, this recipe for Delicious Lemon Pepper Vegetables is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients! Tender-crisp broccoli florets, colorful carrots, red bell peppers, and zucchini are sautéed to perfection and infused with a tangy lemon pepper dressing made from fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of garlic. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 30 minutes, is perfect as a healthy side or a light vegetarian main. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients, this lemon pepper vegetable medley is a must-try for your next meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 small Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the vegetables: cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, slice carrots into thin rounds, slice the red bell pepper into strips, and cut the zucchini into half-moons.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the carrots to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the broccoli florets, red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Pour the lemon mixture over the cooked vegetables and toss well to combine.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the vegetables to absorb the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the vegetables to a serving dish.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a standalone meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(727.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	605.1

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3194.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 11.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.4mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1196.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 31.2%