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An overhead shot of a colorful medley of fresh vegetables being sautéed in a hot pan, demonstrating the process of making a simple vegetable stir-fry.

Healthy Sautéed Vegetables: The Perfect 15-Minute Side Dish

Learn how to make perfectly crisp-tender and flavorful healthy sautéed vegetables in just 15 minutes. This quick and easy side dish is customizable, nutritious, and pairs beautifully with any main course. Say goodbye to soggy veggies forever!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 125
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil or other high-heat oil
  • 1 lb Mixed Vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, zucchini, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 1 Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Wash, thoroughly dry, and chop all vegetables into uniform bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and heat until it shimmers slightly.
  3. Add any hard vegetables (like carrots or broccoli stems) to the hot pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the softer vegetables (like zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli florets) and the minced garlic to the skillet. Continue to sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until all vegetables are crisp-tender and lightly browned.
  5. In the last minute of cooking, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to combine, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

No Soggy Veggies Tip: Do not overcrowd the pan! If needed, cook your vegetables in two separate batches to ensure they sear rather than steam.
Customize It: Feel free to add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or basil at the end for extra freshness.