Vegetable Fred

Brighten up your dinner table with Vegetable Fred, a vibrant medley of sautéed vegetables packed with bold flavors and wholesome goodness. This quick and easy stir-fry stars fresh zucchini, carrots, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach, delicately seasoned with smoked paprika, dried oregano, and a hint of garlic. A splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley add a refreshing kick to finish the dish. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian main or a colorful side served with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread, Vegetable Fred makes healthy eating irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-skillet recipe is your go-to for a weeknight meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 1 large, diced red bell pepper
• 2 medium, sliced into half-moons zucchini
• 2 large, sliced into thin rounds carrots
• 1.5 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) black pepper
• 3 cups, loosely packed baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrots. Cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the cherry tomatoes and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to release their juices.

Step 5

Sprinkle the smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to evenly coat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the vegetables simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the lid and stir in the baby spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes, just until the spinach wilts.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a fresh, zesty finish.

Step 9

Serve hot as a standalone dish or alongside rice, quinoa, or crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1286.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	805.9

Total Fat 45.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6290.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 55.5g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 325.8mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2691.7mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 43.8%