Need some sautéed veggie help!

Amalaytal

Anyone have some ideas on how to spice up my veggies? Mostly peppers, onions and mushrooms is what I need help with, i eat a lot of that combination. I'm trying to cut carbs so veggies have to become my best friend;) thanks MFP ppl!

JohnBarth

McCormick spices does a caribbean jerk seasoning that's quite good. A bit of spice without a ton of salt. Chef Paul Prudhomme's Vegetable Magic is also a good seasoning but has a bit more salt.

I've tried some no-salt blends, but they all taste artificial to me.

Depending on your carb level, we'll sometimes add a container of no-sugar added peaches to a pepper/onion mixture and often add some diced jalapeno. It's a nice spicy/sweet side.

TeaBea

Garlic & grated ginger are yummy.

Need2Exerc1se

Look for hot chili oil (usually in the Asian food section).

njfitnessmom

I like garlic and olive and some salt and pepper for sauteed veggies...and balsamic vinegar. I have a little olive oil shop near me where I like to buy the flavored balsamic vinegars. If you like green beans, I like to do them with some olive oil and sun-dried tomatoes. I also like brussel sprouts with fig balsamic vinegar and frozen peaches. Hope that gives you some ideas.

TayzerFun

I eat that combo a lot myself and enjoy Mrs. Dash Italian blend with it. Or I put in a small spoonful of pesto. Here's an easy recipe- I slice up some zucchini length-wise, saute that then add the onion, bell pepper and mushrooms. Season with the Mrs. Dash Italian blend. Put that into an "italian quesadilla" with a tiny bit of the pesto, and a little mozzarella cheese. Toast it up. I've been eating that for lunch for several days. Since you're cutting carbs, you can skip the tortilla and make this with some spaghetti squash instead too, as a pasta.

karebear111

A little garlic salt or parmesan cheese is great! Mrs. Dash is a good option too. I also like to add greek seasoning or even Old Bay seasoning.

debubbie

Ancho or chipolte chile powder, or Mrs. Dash's seasonings can help add flavor to veggies.

auddii

Last night I had green beans with garlic, olive oil, salt, and red pepper flakes. It's fantastic. My go-to spices are typically garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper (although I typically roast my veggies).

Canuckgirl77

I roast my veggies with just olive oil, salt and pepper. Every time I bring this to work people ooh and aah over the smell. You can also use prepared spices such as Mrs.Dash - there's a whole line of different flavour profiles. The other thing I like to use is Italian seasoning. It's usually a mix of oregano, thyme and rosemary (I think).

susansmoaks

I spray the pan and sauté without any spices, I enjoy it just like that.

tat2cookie

I love Kale, onions, peppers, Mushrooms, Brussel sprouts and sweet potatos. I cook a big batch and leave it plan then I season it when I reheat it for what ever dish I'm making. I love jerk seasoning, Rosemary with garlic and some times just mrs dash.

dklibert

I just made some Piri Piri Mushrooms they were smoky in flavor. Delicious!

soupspiceeverythingnice.blogspot.com/2015/03/piri-piri-mushrooms.html

dklibert

Also good, but spicy so adjust if you don't like spicy food.

soupspiceeverythingnice.blogspot.com/2013/10/hunan-chili-mushrooms-part-deux.html

Another good one. soupspiceeverythingnice.blogspot.com/2014/04/recipe-review-crunchy-mushroom-lettuce.html

sdado1013

onion powder, garlic powder, pepper,

jgnatca

Chinese five spice.

Amalaytal

Thanks so much!! My tastebuds will love you guys for it;)

streamgirl

Keep in mind that veggies also don't have to be a traditional "side". I don't know if this is quite what you are after but I read somewhere that a lot of cultures use meat more as a flavoring than as a main dish. That's led me to re-think some dishes. That combo sounds great with a little meat as fajitas, or with eggs in an omelet. Just last night we cooked a little quinoa, added the veggies we had on hand, and a little cheese. You could throw in any leftover meat, too. It was really good and calculated out at about 400 cals a serving, so not too bad, and lower carb.

canadjineh

1- Braggs Aminos (like soy sauce but without the wheat) and Frank's Chili & Lime Hot sauce.
2- I also vote for Chinese 5 spice powder which even works well if you add shrimp or prawns to the dish.
3- Or for a totally different flavour Epicure Spices 'Cheese, Chives, & Bacon Dip Mix', or
4- their Sansel Chili & Lime seasoning.
5- Try dryfrying cumin seeds first then do veggies and add fresh cilantro leaves at the very end when you take it off the heat.

rslellip

JohnBarth wrote: »

McCormick spices does a caribbean jerk seasoning that's quite good. A bit of spice without a ton of salt. Chef Paul Prudhomme's Vegetable Magic is also a good seasoning but has a bit more salt.

I've tried some no-salt blends, but they all taste artificial to me.

Depending on your carb level, we'll sometimes add a container of no-sugar added peaches to a pepper/onion mixture and often add some diced jalapeno. It's a nice spicy/sweet side.

I_Will_End_You

Curry powder is good if you're looking for something different. Also, grilling veggies takes them to a whole new level.

tekkiechikk

Toss them with some of your favorite salad dressing after you saute them, a little goes a long way (ranch, blue cheese, italian, etc.). Whatever's in the fridge.

Yoyo_Fitness

Fermented black beans are unbelievable - you mix it with some garlic, ginger, oyster sauce, some sake and soy sauce - you can stir fry anything with it, and it is extremely tasty!

RoxRocksMySocks

Cajun seasoning is always delicious

galgenstrick

I like to do thai style and add the following: coconut oil, fresh ginger, fresh jalapeno, sambal oelek, lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, white pepper, sesame oil.

CaliforniaRower

Stick a clove or two of garlic in some olive oil for a few days and then use that (lightly) in your pan. Try topping it with chopped fresh cilantro.

Katerina9408

Amalaytal wrote: »

Anyone have some ideas on how to spice up my veggies? Mostly peppers, onions and mushrooms is what I need help with, i eat a lot of that combination. I'm trying to cut carbs so veggies have to become my best friend;) thanks MFP ppl!

You can cook the peppers with onions and tomato sause and garlic in the oven and eat them with whole grain bread or make stuffed bell peppers with rice or chickpease , you can also make salads with cucumbers,tomatoes,bell peppers, yellow corn and quinoa.

badzoe

Sprinkle some crumbled feta on your veggies and a drizzle of ranch dressing. Or serve over quinoa with some hummus and olive tapenade.

Ang108

Amalaytal wrote: »

Anyone have some ideas on how to spice up my veggies? Mostly peppers, onions and mushrooms is what I need help with, i eat a lot of that combination. I'm trying to cut carbs so veggies have to become my best friend;) thanks MFP ppl!

To that veggie mix I often add anything Mediterranean or Provencal style. Since I live in Mexico, where those mixes are not readily available I make my own using:
3 tablespoons dried rosemary
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1⁄2 teaspoon salt ( real sea salt, not table salt )

A more Greek seasoning:
1½ tablespoons dried oregano
1½ teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1½ tablespoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (note: freshly ground black pepper is less volume than non-freshly ground, if using non-freshly ground use half the amount)
2 teaspoons beef or vegetable bouillon powder
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1½ tablespoons sweet or spicy paprika powder ( but don't overdo the heat...it's not greek )
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions
Combine all the spices and store in a jar. I often double the amounts and grind half to a powder in a spice or coffee grinder to use on chicken an d fish, or a bit in hummus or on Falafel....or my favorite; on baked or steamed potatoes.
This counts for both mixes

Both mixes are obviously for much more than just one meal.....:o).

I often eat this particular vegetable mix with either of the two seasonings with two poached eggs alone , or on the days when I eat them accompanied by rice, pasta, pearl barley or even more often I eat this dish with freshly made corn tortillas, especially if I add tomatoes in the Israeli Shakshuka style.

tnwlkr43

these are all good--I especially love the one to use on Brussels Sprouts
http://www.urbanaccents.com/Veggie-Seasonings-s/1472.htm

ncfitbit

I like to have 3 scrambled egg whites with my veggies and no-salt seasoning. It's like a mini-meal. Lots of good suggestions here for spicing it up! I would also add that fresh cilantro (or coriander depending on where you are) makes an easy flavor addition as well. I just keep some in a jar of water and snip into my food all the time.