Lemon-Pepper Vegetables

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Lemon-Pepper Vegetables
15 min.
6
30kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that’s quick to prepare? Look no further than our Lemon-Pepper Vegetables! This delightful medley of fresh vegetables is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect addition to any meal. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a colorful dish that bursts with flavor and nutrition.

The combination of yellow summer squash, red bell pepper, and crisp celery creates a beautiful palette on your plate, while the addition of green onions and fresh snow pea pods adds a satisfying crunch. The zesty lemon juice and aromatic lemon pepper elevate the dish, infusing it with a refreshing tang that complements the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

At only 30 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free way to enjoy a variety of nutrients. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled proteins or as a light snack, these Lemon-Pepper Vegetables are sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is a testament to how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly delicious. Get ready to savor the bright flavors and enjoy a healthy side that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • medium to 3 sized squashes yellow cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • small bell pepper red cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • small celery stalks 
  •  spring onion cut into 1-inch pieces
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon lemon pepper 
  • ounces snow peas fresh chinese ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Heat 10-inch skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add oil; rotate skillet to coat side.
  3. Add squash, bell pepper, celery and onions; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until bell pepper is crisp-tender. Stir in lemon juice, lemon pepper and pea pods; cook and stir about 1 minute or until pea pods are crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories30kcal
Protein17.63%
Fat25.39%
Carbs56.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.67
Glycemic Load
0.49
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.9356520681278%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:29.74kcal
1.49%
Fat:0.92g
1.42%
Saturated Fat:0.15g
0.95%
Carbohydrates:4.66g
1.55%
Net Carbohydrates:3.11g
1.13%
Sugar:2.58g
2.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.82mg
0.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.44g
2.89%
Vitamin C:40.47mg
49.05%
Vitamin K:22.8µg
21.72%
Vitamin A:823.07IU
16.46%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.07%
Folate:31.65µg
7.91%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.9%
Fiber:1.55g
6.2%
Potassium:190.28mg
5.44%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.01%
Iron:0.86mg
4.76%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.6%
Magnesium:15.4mg
3.85%
Phosphorus:33.36mg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.13%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
2.97%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.43%
Copper:0.05mg
2.39%
Calcium:23.06mg
2.31%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.52%