Vegetable Medley Side Dish

Vegetable Medley Side Dish recipe videos

A Vegetable Medley Side Dish is a colorful, versatile mix of sautéed or steamed vegetables, typically including bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, broccoli, and onions. It's a staple in Western cuisine, particularly American and European home cooking, often served as a healthy accompaniment to main courses.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally low in fat and protein but can be a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, depending on the vegetables used. A typical serving provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals, with a calorie range of approximately 80-120 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	95 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	1 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	45 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin A	300 µg RAE
Vitamin K	35 µg
Folate	60 µg
Potassium	420 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the medley represents a modern, health-conscious approach to cooking that emphasizes variety and color, often used to make meals more visually appealing and nutritionally balanced. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of 'eating the rainbow,' where different colored vegetables offer distinct phytonutrients and antioxidants.