Vegetable Cheese Skillet

Savor the ultimate comfort food with this Vegetable Cheese Skillet, a vibrant, one-pan dish bursting with fresh flavors and gooey, melted cheese. Perfectly sautéed onion, red bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, and baby spinach are elevated with aromatic garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Topped with a decadent layer of cheddar and mozzarella cheese that melts into bubbly perfection, this quick and easy skillet meal is ready in just 40 minutes. A perfect vegetarian option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of rice. Garnish with fresh parsley for extra brightness, and watch this simple yet satisfying dish steal the spotlight! Keywords: vegetable skillet, cheesy skillet recipe, vegetarian one-pan meal, easy dinner idea, melted cheese vegetables.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

Step 3

Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until wilted.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, uncovered, for 2 minutes to cool slightly.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1035.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1317.9

Total Fat 85.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 167.3mg	0%
Sodium 6093.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 65.3g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 1543.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1511.9mg	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: 58.3%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 21.9%