Honey-Garlic Stir Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Quick and vibrant stir fry featuring a sweet honey-garlic sauce coating crisp broccoli and colorful bell peppers. This Asian fusion recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 3, 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

• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 3 cups broccoli florets, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper to the wok. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and bright in color.
3. Step 3: Stir together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using) in a small bowl.
4. Step 4: Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and glazes the vegetables. Serve immediately.