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 refreshing side dish that’s not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor? Look no further than our Lemon-Pepper Vegetables! This delightful medley of fresh vegetables is perfect for any meal, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a cozy night in. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can whip up this colorful dish in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. It’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. The combination of crisp-tender bell peppers, succulent summer squash, and crunchy snow pea pods creates a delightful texture that will tantalize your taste buds. The zesty kick of lemon juice and the aromatic lemon pepper elevate the dish, adding a burst of brightness that complements the natural flavors of the vegetables.

Not only is this dish a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors, but it’s also a guilt-free indulgence at just 30 calories per serving! Perfect as a side dish or even as a light main course, our Lemon-Pepper Vegetables are sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your frying pan or wok, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

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

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%