Description
A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring fresh vegetables, legumes, and aromatic spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas or lentils
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the veggies: Wash and chop the bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and chopped onions; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss in chopped bell peppers and zucchini; stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate chickpeas or lentils, cumin, and paprika; mix well.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Serve the dish garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
You can prep vegetables a day in advance and store them in airtight containers. For a smoky flavor, try air frying or roasting the veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg