Best 8 Stir Fry Zucchini And Carrots Recipes

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Stir-frying is a quick and easy way to cook zucchini and carrots, resulting in a delightful and colorful dish. This cooking method helps preserve the nutrients and flavors of the vegetables while giving them a slightly charred and tender texture. With a variety of sauces, spices, and additional ingredients, the possibilities for creating a flavorful stir-fry are endless. Whether you prefer a classic garlic and soy sauce combination or something more adventurous with a sweet and sour sauce, there's a stir-fry zucchini and carrot recipe out there to suit every taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GLAZED ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS



Glazed Zucchini and Carrots image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces carrots, julienned (about 4 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 pound zucchini, julienned (about 4 cups)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon orange juice
Pinch sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and carrots to the pan and season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the carrots are crisp-tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini to the pan and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the butter, orange juice and sugar and cook for 1 minute more. Toss to coat all of the vegetables in the glaze. Remove from the heat and stir in the chives. Serve immediately.

SAVORY VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



Savory Vegetable Stir-Fry image

Yellow squash, zucchini, carrots and red onion combine to make this sassy stir-fried side dish that's ready in just 20 minutes!

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow squash, sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
½ (16 ounce) package baby-cut carrots
1 medium red onion, cut in half and thickly sliced
2 packets Swanson® Flavor Boost™ Concentrated Vegetable Broth

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the yellow squash, zucchini, carrots and onion and stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  • Stir the concentrated broth in the skillet and cook until the mixture is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 290.9 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CARROT MUSHROOM STIR-FRY



Carrot Mushroom Stir-Fry image

"This savory combination of carrots with mushrooms is irresistible," relates Jacqueline Thompson Graves of Lawrenceville, Georgia. More Mushroom Side Dishes »

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 medium carrots (1 pound), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter, optional
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
5 green onions with tops, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, stir-fry carrots in butter if desired and oil for 7 minutes. Add mushrooms and onions; cook and stir for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in lemon juice, salt if desired and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY ZUCCHINI STIR-FRY



Easy Zucchini Stir-Fry image

Sliced zucchini, sweet onion, and diced tomatoes are stir-fried with garlic for a quick and easy Italian-tasting vegetable side dish. Goes great with grilled chicken breast, fish, or pasta. Ever since I have been making it, my husband can eat almost all of it in one sitting!

Provided by sheistyb

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
2 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 pinch Italian seasoning, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil and garlic in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onion and cook until almost translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and cook until zucchini is slightly crisp, but not mushy, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes more. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 209.7 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

STIR FRY ZUCCHINI AND CARROTS



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Make and share this Stir Fry Zucchini and Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by joe_loyall

Categories     Vegetable

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks or thinner
4 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks or sliced thinner, if preferred
4 tablespoons stir-fry sauce

Steps:

  • Zucchini: Slim, small zucchini will taste best. larger and usually older zucchini tend to have a bitter after-taste.
  • Carrots: Skinny carrots are the younger roots and usually taste sweeter.
  • Mix cornstarch with water and set aside. Heat oil in stir fry pan, wok or heavier skillet over medium high heat. Stir fry carrots for 1 minute and then add zucchini. Continue stirring for about 2 minutes. (Adjust cooking times according to the temperature you feel comfortable cooking with.).
  • Add stir fry sauce and stir well. Stir cornstarch mixture well before adding to vegetables. Stir until sauce is thickened and serve immediately.
  • Sauces with lemon or orange flavors, if available, may be alternate stir fry sauces to try. A side dish for Western foods too.

STIR-FRIED ZUCCHINI, CORN AND PEPPERS



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds fresh medium-size zucchini
1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kernels stripped from 3 ears fresh corn
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 cup very finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon slivered fresh basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim the ends from the zucchini. Using a food processor, a mandolin or a sharp knife, cut the zucchini in thin, uniform rounds.
  • Heat one tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet or a wok. Add the garlic, then immediately toss in the corn kernels, jalapeno pepper and red pepper and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the zucchini and stir-fry just until the zucchini begins to wilt, about two minutes.
  • Fold in the basil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot. The dish can also be set aside to cool to room temperature before serving, but if so, the ingredients will benefit from the addition of another tablespoon of olive oil drizzled over them.

SAUTéED CARROTS AND ZUCCHINI



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My mother and I came up with this sweet dish. It's one easy way to get everyone to eat their veggies. With only five ingredients, it's fast and simple to make, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 medium carrots, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
3 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute carrots in butter for 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and onion; saute 6-8 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Add brown sugar; cook and stir until dissolved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARROT AND SQUASH STIR-FRY



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We really enjoy this delicious vegetable dish. From "Better Homes & Gardens / Great Cooking For Two".

Provided by Pianolady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or 1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning, crushed
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 small zucchini, julienned
1 small summer squash, julienned
2 medium leeks or 2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 3 tablespoons romano cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Place butter or cooking oil in a wok or large skillet.
  • Preheat over medium-high heat.
  • Stir-fry garlic and basil, oregano or Italian Seasoning in hot cooking oil or butter for 15 seconds.
  • Add carrot and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Add zucchini and/ or yellow squash and stir-fry for 2 1/2 minutes.
  • Add leeks or green onions and stir-fry about 1 1/2 minutes more or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Option: Sprinkle with parmesan or Romano cheese; toss gently.
  • Enjoy!

Tips for Perfect Stir-Fry Zucchini and Carrots:

  • Choose the right zucchini and carrots: Select firm, tender zucchini without blemishes. For carrots, choose young, sweet carrots for the best flavor.
  • Cut the vegetables uniformly: Cut the zucchini and carrots into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • Use a hot wok or skillet: A hot cooking surface will help to create a nice sear on the vegetables and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lead to steamed vegetables rather than stir-fried.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables quickly: Stir-frying should be a quick process, usually taking only a few minutes. Overcooking can make the vegetables mushy.
  • Season to taste: Add your favorite seasonings and sauces to the stir-fry to taste. Common additions include soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  • Serve immediately: Stir-fried zucchini and carrots are best served immediately, while they are still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Stir-fry zucchini and carrots is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create a flavorful and colorful stir-fry that is sure to impress your family and friends. Experiment with different seasonings and sauces to find your favorite combination, and enjoy this versatile dish all year round.

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