Flavors, nutrients, and more - all packed in a single bowl.
When you are up for a quick and easy meal (of course, without compromising on flavors and nutrition), multi-veggie stir-fries could be your go-to solution for sure. It's wholesome, colorful, and immensely healthy, which will satiate both your soul and your stomach. And you can always customize it according to your preferences.
For today's sabzi of the day, we share recipes for some amazing multi-veggie stir fries that you can never get enough of.
For the first one, let's learn a South Indian-inspired stir-fry that foodies of all preferences will enjoy.
Ingredients: 1 cup diced pumpkin, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1 cup diced zucchini, 1/4 cup chopped green chilies, 1/2 cup grated coconut, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 2 teaspoons coconut oil, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, and salt.
Method: First, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium flame.
Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
Add green chilies and sauté for a minute.
Now, add the pumpkin, zucchini, and spinach. Mix well.
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cover the pan with a lid.
Let it cook for 7-8 minutes. Then sprinkle grated coconut and cook for another minute.
Serve hot.
Health Benefits: Pumpkin is a great source of beta carotene, which helps improve your vision and reduce your risk of various eye-related issues. Zucchini and spinach are both rich in vitamins A and K, promoting various functions in your body. Coconut, on the other hand, is good for a healthy digestive system. So, if consumed regularly, this multi-veggie stir fry may help benefit your health in numerous ways.
Ingredients: 1 cup broccoli florets, 1/2 cup sliced carrots, 1 cup green beans, 1/2 cup peas, 1/2 cup chopped onions, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds, and salt.
Method: Heat the oil as usual in a pan over medium flame.
Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them crackle for a few seconds.
Now, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add carrots, green beans, and peas. Mix well and cook for 3 minutes.
Add the broccoli florets, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well, cover the pan, and let it cook for 5-7 minutes.
Once done, sprinkle a little amount of garam masala on the top and serve it hot.
Health Benefits: Broccoli is packed with fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, and hence promotes the immune system as well as digestion. Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene, which helps improve your eyesight. Both green beans and green peas are rich in protein, fiber, vitamin C, and others, benefitting your health significantly. And onions help regulate blood sugar levels.
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped cabbage, 1 cup green beans, 1 cup chopped carrots, 1/2 cup diced red bell peppers, 2 teaspoons oil, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, and salt.
Method: Heat the oil in a pan over medium flame.
Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them crackle for a few seconds.
Now, add carrots, green beans, cabbage, and red bell peppers. Mix well and stir for about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve it hot.
Health Benefits: Cabbage is a great source of vitamins and minerals - which improve digestion, reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and more. If consumed at least thrice every week, the dish may benefit various functions in your body. And it's an ideal option for people on a weight loss journey.
