Low Fat Sauteed Vegetables

Brighten up your meals with this flavorful and healthy recipe for Low Fat Sautéed Vegetables! Bursting with vibrant bell peppers, tender zucchini, crunchy carrots, broccoli florets, and sweet red onion, this dish is lightly sautéed in just a tablespoon of heart-healthy olive oil for a guilt-free side dish that's big on taste. Fresh garlic and a splash of zesty lemon juice enhance the natural flavors, while keeping the seasoning simple with a touch of salt and pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or as an accompaniment to your favorite proteins. Enjoy a nutrient-packed and low-fat way to celebrate the beauty of fresh vegetables!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 large carrot
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Slice the bell peppers into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide.

Step 3

Cut the zucchini into half-moon slices, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 4

Peel and julienne the carrot into matchstick-sized pieces.

Step 5

Cut the broccoli into small bite-sized florets.

Step 6

Slice the red onion into thin wedges.

Step 7

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 8

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 9

Once the oil is heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 10

Add the sliced onions and cook for another minute until they start to soften.

Step 11

Increase the heat to medium-high, and add the bell peppers, carrot, and broccoli. Stir constantly for about 4 minutes.

Step 12

Add the zucchini slices, continuing to sauté for an additional 4 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 13

Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper.

Step 14

Drizzle lemon juice over the vegetables, toss to combine, and sauté for another 1 minute.

Step 15

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a serving dish and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	367.3

Total Fat 15.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3121.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.9mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1365.1mg	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: 36.4%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 53.4%