Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus
A vibrant dish featuring crisp asparagus and fresh peas, stir-fried with garlic and ginger for a light spring meal. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs asparagus, green peas, vegetable oil 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
- 1 cup, fresh green peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 1, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- to taste salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and stir-fry for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Add peas and stir-fry for 2 more minutes.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger to skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add sliced red bell pepper and stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat.
- Step 5: Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and cook for 30 seconds.
- Step 6: Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus 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 Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus?
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 asparagus from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus?
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 Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus 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 Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peas and Asparagus?
American vegetarian 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect spring dish—fresh, light, and ready in 20 minutes. Served it at a dinner party and got constant compliments.
- ★★★★★
My kids devoured the colorful veggies and peas! Made it for a weeknight dinner and it was a hit.
- ★★★★☆
Great base recipe, but needed more garlic for depth. Still a family favorite.
