Description
A quick and budget-friendly stir-fry recipe that combines vibrant vegetables and your choice of protein for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of fresh vegetables (like bell peppers and zucchini)
- 1 cup of protein (chicken, tofu, or your choice)
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Spices (cumin, paprika, to taste)
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by prepping your vegetables—wash, chop, and set them aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add your protein and season with salt. Cook until browned and thoroughly cooked.
- Mix in the spices and vegetables, allowing them to blend together and soften, usually about 5-7 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Once everything is well cooked, remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For optimal freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Marinating your protein before cooking adds depth and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg