Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry
A colorful medley of crisp vegetables in a light ginger-soy sauce, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, snow peas, medium (sliced) bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 medium (sliced) bell peppers
- 1/2 cup (julienned) carrots
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup julienned carrots and 1 medium sliced bell pepper, stir-frying for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup snow peas to the skillet. Continue stir-frying for 4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats all vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Azure Vegetable Stir-Fry?
Asian vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 10-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
