The Perfect Veggie Side Dish

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4.8

194 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    8 Servings

  • Calories

    34 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

The Perfect Veggie Side Dish

This veggie side dish combines diced red and green bell peppers, mushrooms, yellow onion, and small zucchinis cooked separately until each is golden and tender. The vegetables are seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then combined to retain their distinct textures and flavors. This method offers a colorful, versatile side that pairs well with many main courses and can be prepared in advance and stored for convenience.

Description

The Perfect Veggie Side Dish brings together a mix of peppers, mushrooms, onion, and zucchini, each cooked separately to achieve a lightly browned and softened texture. By cooking each vegetable on its own, this approach maintains their individual flavors and prevents overcooking. The use of neutral cooking oil allows the natural taste of the vegetables to shine, seasoned plainly with salt and pepper. After cooking, the vegetables are combined, resulting in a well-balanced medley with varied textures and colors.

This dish works well as a complement to a variety of meals, adding a fresh vegetable component without overpowering other flavors. It can be served warm or at room temperature, making it flexible for different dining contexts. The separate cooking method also adds a pleasing visual variety when plated.

The prepared veggies can be refrigerated for up to a week, making this recipe convenient for meal prep or quick side servings during the week. Reheating gently will help retain the texture and taste.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 lb mushrooms
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 2 zucchini small
  • neutral cooking oil for cooking, generic cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients for the recipe.
  2. Dice all veggies to bite size pieces.
  3. On a skillet, separately cook each vegetable till it becomes golden and softened. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine all vegetables together.
  5. They can be refrigerated for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 34kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 8mg (0%) Potassium 386mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 620IU (12%) Vitamin C 41.9mg (47%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 34 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 34kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 386mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 620IU 12%
Vitamin C 41.9mg 47%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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