healthy recipe for a vegetable stir-fry

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli florets, bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, mushrooms, etc.)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Optional: sliced tofu, chicken, or shrimp for added protein
• Cooked brown rice or quinoa for serving

Instructions:

1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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3. 2. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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5. 3. If using protein (tofu, chicken, or shrimp), add it to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
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7. 4. Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
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9. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, and sesame oil.

1. 6. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and protein in the skillet. Stir well to coat evenly.
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3. 7. Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly and everything is heated through.
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5. 8. Remove from heat and serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice or quinoa.