Stir Fried Cukes and Peppers

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful **Stir Fried Cukes and Peppers** recipe! Perfect for adding a healthy twist to your table, this quick stir-fry pairs crisp cucumbers and colorful bell peppers with the bold flavors of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. The dish is brought to life with a drizzle of sesame oil, a touch of sweetness from honey or sugar, and the optional kick of red chili flakes for those who like a little heat. Ready in just under 20 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal as a side dish or as a topping for steamed rice for a light meal. Garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it’s a gorgeous, nutrient-packed dish that satisfies both the eyes and the palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumber
• 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumbers and bell peppers. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise and slice into thin half-moons. Remove the seeds and core from the bell peppers, then slice them into thin strips.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and ginger. Slice the green onions into thin diagonal pieces, separating the white and green parts.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or sugar), and red chili flakes (if using). Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 6

Add the sliced cucumbers and bell peppers to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften but still retain a slight crunch.

Step 7

Pour the soy sauce mixture over the vegetables, stirring to coat evenly. Let the vegetables cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Sprinkle the dish with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste. Add the white parts of the green onions and toss briefly.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and garnish with the green parts of the green onions and toasted sesame seeds (if using).

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(824.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	489.4

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1765.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.6mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1539.8mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 39.1%