Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce

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A colorful vegetable stir fry tossed in a creamy, tangy peanut sauce, perfect for a fast, nutritious meal during busy days. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs vegetable oil, broccoli florets, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, 2 julienned carrots, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and bright.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp warm water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes until smooth and slightly runny.
  4. Step 4: Pour the peanut sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and toss to coat evenly, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 3 sliced green onions before serving immediately with steamed rice or noodles if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce?

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 Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce?

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 Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce 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 Quick Veggie Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce 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.

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