Sautéed Bento Box
Sautéed Bento Box is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines colorful vegetables with your choice of protein, all coated in a savory soy glaze. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. With its delightful medley of textures and flavors, the Sautéed Bento Box not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings joy to your dining table. Get ready to enjoy a delicious, healthy meal that you can customize based on what you have on hand!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, any color)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots (sliced thinly)
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, tofu, or shrimp)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas; stir-fry for about five minutes until tender-crisp.
- Add cooked protein and soy sauce; gently toss to combine.
- Serve hot in bento boxes or plates, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bento box (350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize with additional veggies like zucchini or mushrooms. For extra flavor, add a splash of teriyaki sauce or sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.