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Zesty Lemon Soy Sauté – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Zesty Lemon Soy Sauté

A vibrant, tangy glaze brings crisp-tender zucchini, sweet red bell peppers, and snappy snow peas together in this colorful side dish that's ready in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small to medium zucchini, about 1 lb / 450g
  • 2 large red bell peppers
  • 1/4 pound (113 g / 4 oz) fresh snow peas
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g / 0.49 oz) unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) neutral oil, like avocado or canola
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) tamari or other soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) fresh lemon juice, from about 1/2 lemon
  • All vegetables can be chopped and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 24 hours in advance, making dinner time a breeze.
  • For a perfect crisp-tender sauté, ensure your skillet is fully preheated before adding the oil. A high, consistent heat sears the vegetables quickly instead of steaming them.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to give the vegetables plenty of space. Overcrowding the pan will cause them to steam, resulting in a softer, less desirable texture.

Method
 

  1. Prep the Veggies: Wash and dry all vegetables. Trim the zucchini, slice it into quarters lengthwise, and chop into 1/2-inch pieces. Core and seed the red bell peppers, then chop into 1-inch squares. String the snow peas by pulling the stem down the side, then cut them into thirds.
  2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1/2 tablespoon (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of butter and all of the oil over medium-high heat until the butter is shimmering.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the zucchini and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Add the red peppers and cook for 3 more minutes, continuing to stir. The vegetables should be getting tender but still have a crunch.
  5. Add the Glaze: Toss in the snow peas.
  6. In a small bowl, quickly mix the tamari and lemon juice, then pour it over the vegetables.
  7. Cook for 1-2 minutes, tossing constantly, until the snow peas are bright green and the glaze has been absorbed.
  8. Finish with Butter: Remove the pan from the heat.
  9. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of butter, cut into small bits.
  10. Stir until the butter is melted and coats the vegetables in a light, glossy sauce.
  11. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 7g

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