5 from 15 votes
Teriyaki Broccoli and Carrots (Easy!)
Teriyaki Broccoli and Carrots offer crisp-tender vegetables coated in a homemade teriyaki sauce with tamari or soy, maple syrup, and fresh ginger. The vegetables are steamed sautéed until just tender, preserving their bright color and crunch. The pan sauce thickens slightly with cornstarch, creating a glossy coating that enhances the natural sweetness of the broccoli and carrots. Served with rice or quinoa, this dish makes for a light, flavorful side or main entrée.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
125 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Asian, Vegan, gluten-free
Ingredients
- 7-8 cups broccoli about 2 large bunches, florets
- 3 carrot about 1-1.5 cups sliced, medium
For the teriyaki sauce:
- 1/4 cup tamari (or soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (or brown sugar)
- 1/3 cup vegetable broth or water
- 2 tsp. rice vinegar (I use unseasoned)
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp. ginger, freshly grated
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch (or arrowroot or other thickener)
Optional (for serving):
- rice cooked; for garnish
- quinoa
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Make the teriyaki sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Slice carrots on a diagonal.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, add broccoli, carrots, and 1/3 cup water. Cover and let steam/sauté for about 6-7 minutes or until veggies are crisp-tender. (Stir occasionally and add a splash more liquid if needed.)
- Then re-stir teriyaki sauce and add to pan.* Stir to combine. Heat for about 2-3 minutes or until sauce has slightly thickened.
- Serve with cooked rice/quinoa and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
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Notes
- Adjust the amount of the teriyaki sauce if you prefer a lighter coating on the vegetables.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Sauté the vegetables over medium-high heat with water to steam and tenderize without overcooking.
- Garnish with sesame seeds when serving for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
125kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
26g
(9%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Potassium
710mg
(15%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
8635IU
(173%)
Vitamin C
145mg
(161%)
Calcium
106mg
(11%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Potassium | 710mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 8635IU | 173% |
| Vitamin C | 145mg | 161% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.