Heart-Healthy California Medley

Bright, colorful, and bursting with wholesome flavor, the Heart-Healthy California Medley is the perfect dish for anyone seeking a nutritious and satisfying meal. Featuring a vibrant blend of broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper, this recipe is lightly sautéed in heart-friendly olive oil, infused with fragrant garlic, and finished with a zesty kick of lemon juice and fresh parsley. Crunchy toasted almonds bring a delightful texture, while creamy avocado adds a decadent, nutrient-packed touch to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile medley can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making it an ideal side dish or a light yet filling vegetarian main course. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats, this recipe is a celebration of clean eating and California-inspired freshness. Perfect for those following a heart-healthy diet or anyone looking for a nourishing, gourmet addition to their plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Carrots, sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Almonds, sliced
• 1 medium Avocado, diced

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots to the boiling water and blanch the vegetables for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 4

Add the blanched broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots to the skillet. Stir well to combine all the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour the lemon juice over the vegetable medley, and sprinkle with fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the flavors evenly.

Step 6

Toast the sliced almonds in a small pan over medium heat for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent burning.

Step 7

Remove the vegetable medley from heat and gently mix in the diced avocado and toasted almonds.

Step 8

Serve the Heart-Healthy California Medley warm, or at room temperature, as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1208.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.6

Total Fat 65.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1500.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 26.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.9mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 3243.9mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 31.6%