Best 8 Braised Spring Vegetable Medley Recipes

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**Explore the vibrant flavors of spring with our delectable Braised Spring Vegetable Medley recipe collection. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through three unique and flavorful recipes that showcase the bounty of fresh spring vegetables. From a classic medley of tender vegetables bathed in a savory broth to a vibrant stir-fry bursting with color and texture, and a refreshing spring vegetable salad, this article offers a medley of culinary delights that will tantalize your taste buds.**

**1. Braised Spring Vegetable Medley:** Indulge in the timeless flavors of a classic braised vegetable dish. This recipe features an array of colorful spring vegetables, including tender carrots, crisp asparagus, sweet bell peppers, and succulent sugar snap peas, all lovingly braised in a savory broth infused with herbs and spices. The result is a comforting and flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness and delicate textures of the spring bounty.

**2. Spring Vegetable Stir-Fry:** Experience the vibrant energy of spring in this colorful stir-fry. Freshly picked baby bok choy, tender broccoli florets, vibrant red bell peppers, and crisp snow peas dance together in a symphony of flavors, tossed in a light and flavorful sauce. The quick cooking method preserves the vegetables' vibrant colors and crisp textures, creating a dish that is both visually stunning and utterly delicious.

**3. Spring Vegetable Salad with Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette:** Revel in the freshness of spring with this light and refreshing salad. A medley of crisp lettuces, tender asparagus, sweet sugar snap peas, and vibrant radishes are tossed in a tangy lemon-herb vinaigrette, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This vibrant salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or fish or as a standalone lunch option, offering a burst of spring flavors in every bite.

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

SPRING VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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From Hebron, Indiana, Edna Hoffman shares this garden-fresh side dish. Seasoned with Dijon mustard and thyme, the battered vegetables are perfect when served with seafood, poultry or beef.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups quartered small red potatoes
1 cup fresh baby carrots
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the potatoes, carrots, water and bouillon to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the asparagus and zucchini; cover and simmer for 10 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Combine the butter, mustard, thyme and salt; pour over vegetables; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

OVEN-ROASTED SPRING VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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With potatoes, asparagus, squash and radishes, there is something for everyone in this dish. What a wonderful way to present a variety of spring veggies-Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 small red potatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 small yellow summer squash, quartered and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 small zucchini, quartered and cut into 1/2-inch slices
6 radishes, quartered
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow roasting pan. Bake 15 minutes., In same bowl, combine remaining ingredients; add to pan. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

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

BRAISED SPRING VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Categories     Potato     Braise     Vegetarian     Asparagus     Lima Bean     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 14 1/2-ounce can vegetable broth
8 ounces red-skinned potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 3/4 cups)
8 ounces frozen lima beans (about 1 1/2 cups), thawed
6 ounces asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons prepared pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Bring broth to simmer in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add potatoes; cover pan and cook potatoes until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add lima beans, asparagus and wine. Cook, uncovered, until all vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add peas and cook 1 minute. Season stew to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle stew into deep bowls. Top with pesto sauce and serve.

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

SPRING VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Categories     Side     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Asparagus     Fennel     Carrot     Spring     Healthy     Tarragon     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 ounces trimmed baby carrots, peeled
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 4-inch lengths
1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
8 ounces sugar snap peas, stringed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of water to boil. Add carrots and cook 1 minute. Add asparagus, fennel and peas; cook until all are crisp tender, about 2 minutes longer. Drain vegetables. Return to pot. Add oil and tarragon and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. The vegetables need room to cook and absorb the flavors of the braising liquid.
  • Use a good quality braising liquid. This could be anything from vegetable broth to white wine or even beer.
  • Season the vegetables well. Salt, pepper, and herbs are all good choices.
  • Braise the vegetables until they are tender. This could take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the vegetables you are using.
  • Serve the vegetables immediately. They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Braised spring vegetable medley is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up seasonal vegetables and is a healthy and satisfying meal. Whether you are looking for a side dish or a main course, this recipe is sure to please.

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