Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette

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Vibrant seasonal vegetables stir-fried in a bright lemon-tahini dressing, finished with toasted sesame seeds. This asian fusion-inspired sheet pan ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into small florets broccoli, julienned carrots, medium, sliced red 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 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add carrots and bell pepper, stir-frying for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Add zucchini and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly until vegetables are vibrant and slightly charred at the edges.
  4. Step 4: Whisk tahini, lemon juice, rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Step 5: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette 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 Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette?

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 julienned carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette?

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 Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette 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 Rainbow Vegetable Stir-Fry with Citrus Vinaigrette?

Asian Fusion sheet pan 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.

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