Fresh Vegetable Medley

Brighten up your plate with this vibrant and nutritious Fresh Vegetable Medley, a celebration of seasonal produce cooked to tender-crisp perfection. Bursting with the natural colors and flavors of carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell peppers, broccoli, and green beans, this healthy side dish is lightly sautéed in olive oil with aromatic garlic and fresh thyme. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a zesty finish, making it the perfect complement to any main course. Ready in just 25 minutes and seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, this versatile recipe is an easy way to enjoy farm-fresh goodness all year round. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this Fresh Vegetable Medley is as delicious as it is wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrot
• 1 large zucchini
• 1 medium yellow squash
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cool running water.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and cut them into thin slices.

Step 3

Slice the zucchini and yellow squash into evenly sized half-moons.

Step 4

Dice the red bell pepper into bite-size pieces.

Step 5

Trim the green beans and cut them into 1-inch lengths.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 8

Add the carrots, broccoli florets, and green beans to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 9

Stir in the zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until all the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 10

Sprinkle the fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to combine.

Step 11

Drizzle with lemon juice and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1097.1 grams (1097.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	570

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3870mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 67.40g	25%
Dietary Fiber 19.50g	70%
Total Sugars 39.90g
Protein 16.60g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 281mg	22%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 1945mg	41%

*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: 44.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 44.3%