Google's Rainbow Veggie Stir-Fry
A vibrant, nutrient-packed stir-fry with crisp-tender vegetables in a savory ginger-soy sauce, ready in under 20 minutes. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 20 minutes pairs broccoli florets, julienned carrots, thinly sliced bell peppers 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
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup, julienned carrots
- 1 cup, thinly sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp, minced ginger
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup julienned carrots, and 1 cup bell peppers, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup snap peas, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 tsp minced ginger; stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl; pour into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats vegetables evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Google's Rainbow Veggie Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Google's Rainbow Veggie 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 Google's Rainbow Veggie 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 Google's Rainbow Veggie 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 Google's Rainbow Veggie Stir-Fry?
Asian asian 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
