Best 8 A More Healthy Vegetable Medley Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors and colors with our wholesome vegetable medley recipes, crafted to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. From a vibrant roasted medley to a refreshing stir-fry, these dishes celebrate the bounty of fresh vegetables, each offering a unique culinary experience. Dive into the goodness of roasted broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, seasoned to perfection and caramelized to a delightful crisp. Savor the Asian-inspired stir-fry, where tender-crisp vegetables harmonize with a savory sauce, creating a mouthwatering symphony of flavors. Embark on a culinary journey as you explore these vegetable medley recipes, designed to elevate your meals with vibrant colors, delightful textures, and a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUTEED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups mixed blanched and refreshed vegetables, such as broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, carrot rounds, green beans, or radish quarters, procedure follows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons water
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss vegetables together in a medium bowl.
  • In a medium saute pan, heat the butter and water together over medium heat. Add the vegetables to the pan and turn the heat to medium high. Toss the vegetables, by gently moving the pan back and forth over the flame. Cook the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
  • Cook the vegetables in 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or butter, without the water. Do this over high heat and brown and crisp the vegetables slightly.
  • Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, minced shallot, a teaspoon of grated peeled fresh ginger to the pan before adding the vegetables. - Enhance the vegetables at the end of cooking with a tablespoon or so of minced fresh herbs, like chopped flat-leaf parsley, dill, mint, basil, cilantro, or thyme.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it generously. Fill a large bowl with ice water, and put a colander or strainer in it. Add the vegetable to the boiling water and cook, uncovered, until crisp tender, or the desired degree of doneness. Scoop the vegetable from the water and immediately put them in the ice water, to stop the cooking and set their color. Cool and drain, and use as desired. When blanching a mix of vegetables, don't cook them together since they may not all cook at the same time. Start with the lightest colored or mildest flavored vegetable, and blanch and refresh each vegetable, one after the other, until cooked as desired.

20 GREAT VEGETABLE RECIPES: BEST ROASTED VEGETABLES & MORE!



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Here's how to roast vegetables with the best seasoning blend! These epic roasted vegetables fill two sheet pans and take 30 minutes to roast.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium head cauliflower (2 pounds)*
1 crown broccoli (1/2 pound)
1 medium red onion
2 medium sweet potatoes (1 1/2 pounds)
1 red pepper
1 yellow pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning**
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Adjust the oven racks for roasting 2 trays. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Chop the vegetables: Chop the cauliflower and broccoli into florets. Chop the onion into 1/2-inch slices. Cut the sweet potato in half lengthwise, in half again lengthwise, and then cut each quarter into thin pie-shaped slices (see the photo). Chop the peppers into 1/2-inch strips, then cut the strips in half.
  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper (we prefer this to silicone baking mats because it results in crispier veggies). Spread the vegetables evenly onto each sheet. Drizzle half the olive oil onto each tray, then with half the seasonings onto each tray. Mix with your hands until evenly coated.
  • Place into the oven and bake for 20 minutes (do not stir!). Remove the pans from the oven, rotate them, and roast another 10 minutes (for 30 minutes total) until tender and lightly browned on one side. Transfer to a serving bowl or dish and serve immediately.

CREAMY VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This vegetable dish is so easy and so good. It can be made early and baked later. You can also double this recipe and bake in a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Provided by Toni

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower combination
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅓ cup sour cream
1 (2.8 ounce) package French-fried onions, divided
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook vegetables according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl combine vegetables, mushroom soup, 1/2 cup cheese, sour cream, 1/2 can fried onions and pepper. Transfer to a deep pie plate.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and fried onions; bake 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 599.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This colorful dish has the perfect blend of sweet and savory. It is simple to prepare and can be served as a side dish, salad, or light meal. Feel free to substitute whatever veggies and herbs you have on hand.

Provided by Lorelei

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large yam, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large parsnip, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup baby carrots
1 zucchini, cut into 1 inch slices
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
½ cup roasted red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Place the yams, parsnips, and carrots onto the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then add the zucchini and asparagus, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Continue baking until all of the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Once tender, remove from the oven, and allow to cool for 30 minutes on the baking sheet.
  • Toss the roasted peppers together with the garlic, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the roasted vegetables, and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 256.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

COLORFUL VEGETABLE MEDLEY SIDE DISH



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With its red pepper slices and green broccoli florets, this merry medley will brighten any holiday table. Sara Lindler of Irmo, South Carolina uses mild seasonings to let the variety of veggie flavors shine through.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 medium carrots thinly sliced
1 large onion, sliced and quartered
1 cup sliced celery
2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups thinly sliced cabbage

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat bouillon and water for 1 minute; stir well. Stir in the salt, garlic powder, pepper and 1 teaspoon oil., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry the broccoli, carrots, onion and celery in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes. Add the bouillon mixture; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add zucchini and red pepper; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cabbage; stir-fry 1-2 minutes longer or until crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This roasted vegetables dish is good with any meat, but I especially like it with pork. And because the vegetables can be prepared in advance, I have more time to enjoy my dinner guests. -Shirley Beauregard, Grand Junction, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into small wedges
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, red peppers, squash, sweet potato and onion. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and seasonings. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until tender, stirring occasionally, 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLE VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets
3/4 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch julienne strips
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Steam broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, and carrots in a vegetable steamer 5 to 10 minutes, or cook covered in a microwave with a little water until crisp-tender.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl. Add red pepper and mushrooms to bowl and toss to mix.
  • In a small bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, scallions, and thyme with a wire whisk. Drizzle over vegetables and serve.
  • Recipe provided by Low Cholesterol Olive Oil Cookbook

HONEY-MUSTARD STEAMED GREEN MEDLEY



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Serve up an all-in-one side dish of broccoli, green beans, peas and leeks, glazed with sweet vinaigrette

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp wholegrain mustard
½ tsp honey
1 tbsp cider vinegar
2 leeks , trimmed and sliced into chunky rings
400g green bean , trimmed
140g thin-stemmed broccoli , cut into smaller pieces
200g fresh or frozen pea

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Whisk the oil with the mustard, honey and vinegar in a large bowl and season.
  • Put the leeks in the water, bring back to the boil, then simmer gently for 1 min. Add the beans and cook for 2 mins, then add the broccoli and simmer everything for 4 mins. Finally, add the peas, bring back to the boil and simmer for 1 min more. Drain really well, then tip into the large bowl and toss through the dressing. Serve straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your medley is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make your medley more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a bit of a bite.
  • Season the vegetables well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
  • Add some herbs or spices for extra flavor. Some good options include basil, thyme, rosemary, oregano, and cumin.
  • Serve the vegetable medley immediately. This will ensure that it is at its best.

Conclusion:

A vegetable medley is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it can also help you to lose weight and improve your overall health. The next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this vegetable medley a try. You won't be disappointed!

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