Clearance Veggie Medley
A vibrant, colorful stir-fry featuring seasonal vegetables, tossed in a tangy soy-ginger sauce, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs vegetable oil, red bell pepper, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup red bell pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrot
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper and 1 cup broccoli florets, stir-frying for 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Add 1/2 cup julienned carrot and 1 cup trimmed snap peas, stir-frying for 2 more minutes.
- Step 3: Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the center. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir into the vegetables.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp cornstarch, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables, then remove from heat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Clearance Veggie Medley take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Clearance Veggie Medley?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Clearance Veggie Medley?
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 Clearance Veggie Medley 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.
Is Clearance Veggie Medley vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
