Healthy Easy Veggie Stir-Fry (Printable Version)

Vibrant vegetables cooked quickly in a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup broccoli florets
02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium carrot, sliced diagonally
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
06 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Peanut Sauce

09 - 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
14 - 1/4 cup warm water, plus more as needed
15 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish and Serving

16 - 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
17 - 2 green onions, sliced
18 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
19 - Steamed jasmine or brown rice, optional
20 - Lime wedges

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, and warm water until smooth. Adjust water to achieve a pourable consistency. Stir in red pepper flakes if desired. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of neutral oil if desired for sautéing.
03 - Add broccoli, bell peppers, carrot, sugar snap peas, and onion. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
04 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
05 - Pour prepared peanut sauce over vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
06 - Transfer to serving plates over steamed rice if desired. Top with chopped roasted peanuts, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • Loaded with vibrant, colorful vegetables that provide essential nutrients and satisfying crunch
  • The creamy, protein-rich peanut sauce adds incredible depth and flavor without any dairy
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable to vegan diets
  • Highly customizable—use whatever vegetables you have in your fridge
  • One-pan cooking means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
02 -
  • Prep all ingredients before you start cooking—stir-frying happens quickly and you won't have time to chop once you begin
  • Use a large wok or skillet to give vegetables plenty of room to cook evenly without steaming
  • Don't skip the fresh ginger and garlic—they provide essential aromatic depth that makes this dish special
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before garnishing for enhanced nutty flavor
  • Make extra peanut sauce and store it in the fridge for up to a week—it's fantastic on salads, grain bowls, and as a dipping sauce
  • For the crispiest vegetables, ensure your wok is properly heated before adding ingredients
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