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Easy Sauteed Vegetables Recipe

A bowl of sauteed stir fry vegetables.
A simple sauteed vegetables recipe combines a variety of tender vegetables in a sweet and spicy sauce. This quick and easy recipe makes the perfect side dish and is an ideal dish for the holidays!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 as a side

Ingredients

  • 4 mushrooms halved
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large carrot sliced
  • 2 cups cauliflower cut into large florets
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • ¼ onion sliced
  • 1/2 red pepper sliced (or two mini peppers)
  • 1/2 orange pepper sliced (or two mini peppers)
  • 2 cups broccoli
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Thai chili sauce

Instructions

  • Prepare the vegetables by cutting them into equal, bite-sized pieces.
  • Sauté mushrooms and onion 2 minutes, stirring as needed.
  • Add the cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, onion, red pepper, orange pepper, water, and butter to the skillet.
  • Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables reach the desired tenderness.
  • Add the Thai chili sauce to the pan of veggies and cook for a few minutes or until the sauce is slightly thickened.

Notes

  • Chop the veggies into equal bite-sized pieces for even cooking. 
  • Garnish the veggies with green onions or sesame seeds for a beautiful presentation. 
  • Keep leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days.