Farmers Market Saute

Celebrate the vibrant flavors of the season with this Farmers Market Sauté, a quick and colorful medley of fresh vegetables perfect for showcasing your favorite produce finds. Packed with tender zucchini, yellow squash, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crisp red bell peppers, this dish is elevated with fragrant garlic, fresh basil, and a hint of parmesan for a burst of savory goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is an ideal side dish or light vegetarian main course. Whether you’re looking to keep it healthy or add a touch of indulgence with optional red pepper flakes and cheese, this skillet-cooked masterpiece brings the best of the farmers market straight to your table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a show-stopping addition to your next gathering, it’s a true ode to fresh, nutritious eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 2 medium yellow squash, sliced into half-moons
• 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sliced red onion. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the onion begins to soften and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Add the zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 4

Stir in the red bell pepper and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cherry tomatoes and let them cook for 2 minutes, just until they begin to soften and release some juices.

Step 6

Toss in the baby spinach and cook for another minute, stirring, until it wilts.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and optionally, red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1623.9 grams (1623.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	836

Total Fat 47.80g	61%
Saturated Fat 15.80g	79%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 47mg	16%
Sodium 3393mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 67.90g	25%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 35.00g
Protein 42.40g	85%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1201mg	92%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 3626mg	77%

*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: 49.4%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 31.2%