Description
This vibrant Vegetable Platter with Coconut Aminos is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring sautéed broccoli, carrots, zucchini, red bell pepper, and mushrooms. Tossed in a savory sauce made with coconut aminos and garlic, then garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs, it makes a perfect warm side or light meal packed with nutrients and great texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, cut into sticks
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Sauce and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Aminos
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Wash all the vegetables thoroughly. Cut the broccoli into florets, carrots into sticks, slice the zucchini and red bell pepper, and slice the mushrooms evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Heat Oil and Sauté Garlic: Place a large pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant, making sure not to let it burn.
- Cook Vegetables: Add all the prepared vegetables to the pan. Stir occasionally and cook them for about 5 to 7 minutes until they become tender but still retain a slight crunch and vibrant color.
- Add Coconut Aminos: Pour in the 2 tablespoons of coconut aminos, stirring well to coat the vegetables evenly with the savory sauce.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference. Stir to combine all flavors thoroughly.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the warm vegetable platter immediately, garnished with sesame seeds for a nutty crunch and fresh cilantro or parsley for added freshness and color.
Notes
- For extra protein, consider adding tofu or chickpeas during the cooking step.
- To keep the vegetables crisp, avoid overcooking; 5–7 minutes is ideal.
- Coconut aminos can be substituted with low-sodium soy sauce if preferred, though this will alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
