A quick and nutritious side dish featuring a vibrant array of sautéed vegetables.

Scale

1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), sliced

1 zucchini, chopped

2 carrots, thinly sliced

1 cup broccoli florets

1 red onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Wash all your vegetables. Slice bell peppers, chop zucchini, thinly slice carrots, and cut broccoli into florets. Dice the red onion and mince the garlic.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
Add the sliced red onion to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Next, toss in the sliced carrots and broccoli florets, and sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
After the broccoli softens, add the bell peppers and zucchini; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until all vegetables are cooked but vibrant.
Add minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss everything together.
Serve hot as a colorful side dish.

Experiment with different vegetables according to seasonal availability.

Keywords: sautéed vegetables, healthy side dish, quick recipe, vegetarian, nutritious