Sesame Garlic Stir-Fried Vegetables

This quick and easy vegetable stir-fry is packed with flavor, texture, and nutrients. Tossed in a savory garlic sesame sauce, it’s perfect as a side dish or served over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

1 cup baby corn, halved

1 cup broccoli florets

1 yellow bell pepper, diced

½ red onion, sliced

½ cup carrots, julienned

1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut

2 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil

Fresh lettuce or greens for serving (optional)

For the Garlic Sesame Sauce:

3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1 tsp ginger, grated

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

Instructions

Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Heat the Oil: In a large pan or wok, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat.

Stir-Fry the Veggies: Add baby corn, broccoli, green beans, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.

Add Onion & Carrots: Toss in red onion and carrots, then stir-fry for another 2 minutes.

Coat with Sauce: Pour the garlic sesame sauce over the vegetables. Stir well and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve warm over fresh greens, rice, or noodles.

Tips & Variations

Add protein: Toss in tofu, shrimp, or grilled chicken for a more filling meal.

Make it spicy: Add sriracha or extra red pepper flakes.

Extra crunch: Top with crushed peanuts or cashews.

low-carb option: Serve over cauliflower rice.

Nutritional Value (Per Serving – 4 Servings)

(Approximate values)

Calories: ~160 kcal

Protein: ~4g

Carbohydrates: ~20g

Fats: ~7g

Fiber: ~5g

Sodium: ~500mg