Tricolor Vegetable Sauté with Cumin Seeds and Oregano

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
49%
Tricolor Vegetable Sauté with Cumin Seeds and Oregano
45 min.
8
68kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than this Tricolor Vegetable Sauté with Cumin Seeds and Oregano! Bursting with color and flavor, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect addition to any table.

The combination of fresh vegetables—poblano chile, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini—creates a delightful medley that is both satisfying and refreshing. The sautéing process enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables while the cumin seeds add a warm, earthy aroma that will tantalize your taste buds. Fresh oregano brings a hint of herbaceous brightness, tying all the flavors together beautifully.

This recipe is incredibly versatile, catering to various dietary preferences as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you can serve this dish to a crowd of eight, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or dinner parties. At only 68 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a delicious and wholesome side dish.

Whether you’re looking to complement a main course or simply want a healthy option to enjoy on its own, this Tricolor Vegetable Sauté is sure to impress. Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors and delightful textures of this colorful dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon cumin seeds 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons oregano fresh chopped
  • large poblano pepper seeded cut into 1/3-inch-wide strips
  • large bell pepper red cut into 1/3-inch-wide strips
  •  onion red halved sliced
  • large bell pepper yellow cut into 1/3-inch-wide strips
  • pound zucchini trimmed

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add next 5 ingredients; sauté until vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add zucchini and oregano; sauté until zucchini is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.
  4. *A fresh green chile, often called a pasilla; available at Latin American markets and many supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein9.05%
Fat48.78%
Carbs42.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.75
Glycemic Load
0.81
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.639565208684%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.33mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
3.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.91kcal
3.4%
Fat:4.06g
6.25%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.74%
Carbohydrates:7.9g
2.63%
Net Carbohydrates:5.5g
2%
Sugar:3.42g
3.8%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:8.63mg
0.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.7g
3.39%
Vitamin C:96.64mg
117.14%
Vitamin A:908.67IU
18.17%
Vitamin K:14.93µg
14.22%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.03%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.49%
Fiber:2.4g
9.6%
Potassium:325.67mg
9.3%
Folate:36.78µg
9.2%
Iron:1.48mg
8.23%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.19%
Magnesium:25mg
6.25%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.59%
Phosphorus:46.14mg
4.61%
Copper:0.09mg
4.59%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.54%
Calcium:45.26mg
4.53%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.35%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.68%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.61%
Source:Epicurious