3 Easy Skillet Veggie Recipes

Incorporating more vegetables into your meals can be delicious and nutritious.

below are 3 recipe ideas to add to your lineup!

Minimal prep work needed and ready in less than 15 minutes!

As a sports nutritionist, I'm always looking for easy ways to add vegetables to my plate because of their nutrient-rich content. Vegetables often get a bad rap for being bland and boring, but these three delicious, high-flavor recipes prove otherwise!

Designed to support your training, recovery, and taste buds, these skillet vegetable dishes are perfect for athletes who want to eat well and enjoy their meals. These recipes are extremely versatile, feel free to adjust them to batch match your taste and energy preferences!

Sautéed Green Beans with Almonds and Parmesan

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh or frozen green beans, trimmed

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Lemon wedges for serving

Directions:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

• Add the green beans and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.

• If using, add the sliced almonds and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the almonds are lightly toasted.

• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

• Serve with lemon wedges on the side for more flavor.

Nutrition Info

Per 1 Cup Serving: Cal 130 / Protein 3g Carbs 9g Fat 10g

Note: The nutrition information includes the use of almonds and Parmesan cheese.

Sautéed Bell Peppers and Onions

Ingredients:

• 2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced

• 2 yellow bell peppers, thinly sliced

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.

• Add the bell peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 8-10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

• Stir in the dried oregano and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Serve hot as a side dish or use as a topping for sandwiches and tacos.

Nutrition Info

Per 1 Cup Serving: Cal 100 / Protein 1.5g Carbs 10g Fat 7g

Sautéed Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes with Basil

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

• Add the zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, until it begins to soften.

• Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes start to break down and release their juices.

• Stir in the fresh basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

• Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

• Serve hot, either as a side dish or over pasta for a light, vegetable-packed meal.

Nutrition Info

Per 1 Cup Serving: Cal 80 / Protein 2g Carbs 7g Fat 6g

Note: The nutrition information does not include the optional Parmesan cheese.

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I am a Sports Nutritionist who works with strength and team athletes. As a former collegiate athlete and coach myself, I believe that nutrition is a vital component to athletic performance and can propel individuals closer to their goals.

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