Low Carb Savory Simmered Vegetables

Savor the flavors of wholesome, nutrient-packed vegetables with this Low Carb Savory Simmered Vegetables recipe. Perfect for healthy meal planning, this dish features a medley of garden-fresh ingredients like zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, and sweet bell peppers, all simmered to perfection in aromatic vegetable broth infused with garlic, thyme, and oregano. The addition of cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and sweetness, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. With a quick prep time of 15 minutes and a total cook time of just 25 minutes, this low-carb, veggie-loaded dish is a satisfying, gluten-free option for anyone looking for a light yet flavorful main course or a hearty side. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, it’s a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or elegant dinner spreads.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 medium onion
• 2 medium zucchini
• 2 medium bell peppers (any color)
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your vegetables. Peel and slice the garlic cloves. Chop the onion, zucchini, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion to the pot, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli florets, and cauliflower florets to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the olive oil.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover the pot with a lid. Allow the vegetables to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender but not mushy.

Step 6

In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the cherry tomatoes to the pot and stir them into the simmering vegetables.

Step 7

Once the vegetables are cooked to your desired tenderness, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh parsley for added flavor and vibrancy.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the simmered vegetables warm as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1699.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	803.2

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5619.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 61.4g
Protein 26.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.9mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 3349.7mg	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: 35.1%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 52.3%