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Close-up of glistening sautéed broccoli and carrots in a cast iron pan. (Sautéed Vegetables Recipe)

Sautéed Vegetables Recipe: The Ultimate Cast Iron Skillet Medley

A vibrant Sautéed Vegetables Recipe featuring charred broccoli, diagonal carrots, and crisp snap peas. Perfected in a cast iron skillet for maximum flavor, this healthy side dish is glistening with olive oil and cracked black pepper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Healthy, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Medley
  • 3 cups (250g) Broccoli Florets Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 large (150g) Carrots Sliced diagonally
  • 1 medium (120g) Red Bell Pepper Sliced into strips
  • 1.5 cups (150g) Snap Peas Trimmed
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil For the glaze
  • 1 tsp (2g) Cracked Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp (1g) Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for heat
  • 1 tsp (6g) Kosher Salt Added at the end

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet Ensures even heat and perfect charring.
  • 1 Kitchen Tongs For precise flipping of vegetables.

Method
 

Preparation and Searing
  1. Place the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until water droplets dance on the surface. Add olive oil.
  2. Add carrots and sauté for 2 minutes. Add broccoli florets and sear for 3-4 minutes until charred edges appear.
  3. Toss in peppers and snap peas. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until bright and crisp-tender.
  4. Remove from heat. Add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to glaze and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure vegetables are completely dry before adding to the pan to avoid steaming.
Add salt only at the very end to prevent the vegetables from releasing moisture too early.