Vibrant Veggies

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Summary

Yield
Prep Time15 minutes
Meal TypeLunches Dinners
Step Number (6 steps program)Step 5: Sautéed & Steamed Veggies with Sauces over Whole Grains

Description

A visually appealing sauté with lots of healthy veggies. Quick and easy when you're short on time. Can be served over quinoa or other grain.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup carrot juice
  • 1⁄2 bn broccoli florets
  • 1⁄2 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 2 small yellow squash, thinly sliced lengthwise
  • 1 sweet red or orange bell pepper, cut in strips
  • 1⁄2 beet, peeled, cut in strips
  • 2 clv garlic, minced or pressed
  • 1⁄2 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp beet powder
  • 1 tsp arrowroot (or cornstarch)
  • 1⁄8 cup parsley, minced
  • 2 tsp herb de Provence (dried herb mix)
  • Mrs. Dash seasoning to taste

Instructions

Mix carrot juice and arrowroot in a small bowl. Water sauté broccoli, onions, and garlic for 5 minutes. Add remaining vegetables and carrot juice/arrowroot mixture. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally (the sauce will thicken) until all vegetables are tender about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with sprinkled parsley.

Notes

You can substitute cornstarch for arrowroot.

Beet powder can be found in specialty stores.

Cooking Time:
10 minutes

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