Zucchini Stir-Fry
This one-pan zucchini stir fry with a simple sweet and savory stir-fry sauce is delicious, nutritious, versatile, and ready from kitchen to table in just 25 minutes!
Servings 3
Ingredients
Zucchini stir-fry
- 1 Tbsp oil e.g. avocado or coconut oil
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 large (350 g) zucchini sliced into half moons
- 1 (170 g) bell pepper chopped into chunks
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger grated
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Sauce
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (sodium reduced) or tamari
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup or any other sweetener
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch or potato starch
To serve
Instructions
- You can watch the short video for visual instructions.First, chop the onion and zucchini in half and slice them into half-moon slices ¼-inch (about 0.5cm). Also, dice the bell pepper and mince (or grate) the garlic and ginger.
- Then, combine the sauce ingredients in a jar or small bowl and shake/whisk.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oil in a large skillet/wok over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the vegetables. Stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until tender-crisp. (Adjust the cooking time to achieve your preferred vegetable texture).
- Add the garlic, ginger, chickpeas, and seasonings, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the sauce and simmer until thickened. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve with rice or your choice of side. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make ahead: Chop the veggies 2-3 days in advance and store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator.
- Fridge: Allow the veggie stir-fry to cool and store it in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Heat leftovers on the stove (medium-low) or in a microwave (30-second increments, stirring in between), adding a splash of liquid if needed. Microwaving yields softer results.
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Stir-Fry
Amount per Serving
Calories
268
% Daily Value*
Fat
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
5
%
Sodium
749
mg
31
%
Potassium
632
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
37
g
12
%
Fiber
8
g
32
%
Sugar
18
g
20
%
Protein
10
g
20
%
Vitamin C
74
mg
90
%
Calcium
94
mg
9
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.