Orange Stir Fry with Pumpkin, Green Beans and Sweet Pepper

ALL. IN. ONE.

That should be the term we use for stir fry!

I think stir fries are one of the easiest ways to keep a proper balanced diet no matter what is happening in life, and it's a great way to keep things simple when transitioning to a vegan diet, which, being completely honest, at the beginning can be overwhelming.  

There are so many different ways to make a good stir fry, you can make it as simple or as complicated as you like, or as life allows, may I say. And since life can catch up with us in a regular basis, it is essential to have a wide range of options where you can just throw everything on a pan and be set!

Stir fries are the most versatile meal you'll ever find; they'll allow you to experiment with many different ingredients, flavours and textures. You can either use your kitchen staples or incorporate those "what am I supposed to do with that" ingredients that you often find at the market. 

I can probably keep talking of the benefits of stir fries but I rather show you, so let's talk about this orange stir fry with pumpkin, greens beans and sweet pepper. 

I am very happy with the way this recipe turned out, and by my family's reaction whenever I make it, I know they are happy too, so if your out to impress someone or just treat yourself, this recipe is definitely for you!

First of all, this is what I meant by "All in one", this dish includes a great amount of vegetables that combined are a little powerhouse of nutrients that add many different benefits to your diet, here are some to give you an idea:

Ginger: Improves absorption of essential nutrients.

Garlic: Powerful antioxidant.

Onion: Anti inflammatory. 

Green beans: Help maintain cholesterol and sugar levels.

Pumpkin : Protects the skin from harmful UV rays.

Red bell pepper: Promotes eye health.

When I came up with this recipe It was orange season and I had way to many sitting in a fruit bowl so I decided to create this simple sauce that adds a tangy flavour to the veggie mix and another layer of nutrients, particularly the oranges and coconut milk. Oranges have many vitamins and minerals but are well known for being a good source of vitamin C and coconut milk is a good source of plant-based fats.

To finish it off, we have quinoa as a side which adds a good amount of Omega-3 and all the essential amino acids your body needs. And lets not forget that quinoa is a great way to get your daily dose of healthy carbs, the ones that keep you full for a while and give you a boost of energy.

So there it is, absolutely everything you might want in a meal served in a single bowl! 

For more quick and easy, healthy and delicious stir fry goodness head over and check out the Lo Mein Stir Fry recipe.