Vegetable Stir-Fry with Garlic-Soy Sauce and Sesame Seeds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-05-31

A vibrant medley of fresh vegetables quickly stir-fried in a savory garlic-soy sauce, finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a satisfying crunch. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian, vegan), ready in about 18 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, red bell pepper, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 1/2 cup snap peas
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 julienned carrot, and 1/2 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
3. Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp sesame oil, tossing to coat vegetables evenly. Add 1/4 tsp ground black pepper and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using, stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the stir-fry. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.