Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze
A colorful medley of crisp vegetables sautéed and coated with a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. This asian-inspired stir fry (vegetarian, gluten free option) ready in about 20 minutes pairs broccoli florets, red bell pepper, sliced, carrot, julienned 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
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup carrot, julienned
- 1/2 cup snap peas
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced red bell pepper, 1/2 cup julienned carrot, and 1/2 cup snap peas to the skillet, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
- Step 4: Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water in a separate bowl until smooth, then pour into the soy sauce mixture.
- Step 5: Pour the teriyaki glaze over the vegetables in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp chopped green onions over the stir-fry, and serve immediately with steamed rice if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze?
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 Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Vegetable Stir-Fry with Teriyaki Glaze vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.