Veggie Stir Fry
A speedy, colorful vegetable stir fry with a bright soy-garlic sauce that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1 cup sliced red bell pepper
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup julienned carrots, 1 cup sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir fry, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Veggie Stir Fry 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 Veggie Stir Fry?
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 Veggie Stir Fry?
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 Veggie Stir Fry 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 Veggie Stir Fry 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.
