Garden Saute

Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Garden Sauté is a quick and healthy recipe perfect for showcasing the best of seasonal vegetables. Made with a medley of crisp zucchini, yellow squash, and broccoli, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes and leafy spinach, this dish comes alive with the aromatic kick of garlic and the brightness of fresh basil and lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a versatile dish that works beautifully as a light side or served over rice, pasta, or quinoa for a nutritious main course. Packed with vitamins, this vegetarian and gluten-free sauté is a feast for both the eyes and the palate, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 medium yellow squash
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 handful fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare all the vegetables: finely mince the garlic, dice the red bell pepper, and slice the zucchini and yellow squash into thin rounds. Halve the cherry tomatoes if desired.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the cherry tomatoes and baby spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften slightly.

Step 6

Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.

Step 8

Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and scatter them over the sautéed vegetables just before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Garden Sauté warm as a side dish or over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	971.6 grams (971.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	503

Total Fat 29.90g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3162mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 50.60g	18%
Dietary Fiber 14.60g	52%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 15.40g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1572mg	33%

*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: 50.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 38.0%