Description
Enjoy a flavorful and colorful dish with this easy recipe for Garlic Butter Stir-Fried Vegetables. The perfect balance of garlic-infused buttery goodness coats a mix of crisp and tender vegetables, creating a satisfying side dish or light main course.
Ingredients
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Garlic Butter Stir-Fried Vegetables:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 1/2 cup snap peas or green beans
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or zest (optional for brightness)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Butter and Garlic: In a large skillet or wok, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add carrots and broccoli, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes. Then add bell pepper, zucchini, and snap peas, stir-frying for an additional 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Season and Finish: Season with salt, pepper, soy sauce, and lemon juice if desired. Toss well to coat. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or as a side to grilled protein.
- Enhance with red pepper flakes or parmesan for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
