Description
This Delicious Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry is a light and vibrant dish packed with fresh, seasonal vegetables. It’s quick to make and bursting with flavor from a savory sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 1/2 cup asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the bell peppers, zucchini, snap peas, asparagus, and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- This stir-fry is highly customizable. Feel free to add or substitute other spring vegetables like peas, green beans, or baby corn.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili sauce to the stir-fry sauce.
- For a heartier meal, you can add tofu, chicken, or shrimp to the stir-fry.
- This dish is naturally gluten-free if you use tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg