Broccoli Stir Fry

Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and healthy weeknight dinner packed with fresh vegetables and bold, savory accents. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli, sweet carrots, and vibrant red bell pepper, all tossed in a fragrant sauce of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, this dish offers a perfect balance of nutrition and irresistible taste. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy stir fry is an ideal vegan and gluten-free option (with tamari) that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal. Perfect for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts, this recipe is a surefire way to make vegetables the star of your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli
• 1 cup carrots
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Cut the broccoli into small florets and thinly slice the carrots and red bell pepper.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and finely grate the ginger. Slice the green onions for garnish and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce and sesame oil together to form the sauce.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the hot oil, stirring frequently for about 30 seconds until they become fragrant.

Step 6

Add the broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper to the skillet, stirring constantly for 5-6 minutes or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 7

Pour the soy sauce mixture over the vegetables and stir well to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the black pepper and stir to combine.

Step 9

Continue to cook and stir the vegetables for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Transfer the stir-fried vegetables to a serving dish.

Step 11

Sprinkle the white sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top as a garnish before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	689.6 grams (689.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	666

Total Fat 46.70g	60%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2312mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 48.90g	18%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 17.80g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338mg	26%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1957mg	42%

*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: 61.2%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 28.5%