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Simple Summer Stir Fry

By Michelle Myers 10 Comments

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Need a fast and easy dinner idea? This Simple Summer Stir Fry is quick to prep and healthy to eat. Delicious and kids will enjoy, too!

Simple Summer Stir Fry

One of my favorite things about Summer is our relaxed schedule. We lose track of time, especially in the long evenings, and start climbing out of the pool about 7:30, only to realize everyone is starving and because I’ve been practicing my cannonballs, dinner hasn’t been started. When I need a quick and healthy meal, an easy stir fry fits the bill, and has the added bonus of helping me clean out the refrigerator as well!

Simple Summer Stir Fry

I grab whatever is on the produce bins of the fridge and start the chopping extravaganza! If you’re lucky enough to have a garden, grab whatever is ripe and throw that in as well! Peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, and green onion are some of our family favorites.

Simple Summer Stir Fry

For our family of 6, I use about 5-6 cups of veggies but honestly, I don’t measure, I’m all about throwing it in and starting the cooking, if we have leftovers, great! That’s what makes this a simple meal, neglecting all the recipe rules!

Simple Summer Stir Fry

Start sauteeing the veggies in a little oil, stir frequently. By now, the kiddos are beginning to reappear after changing out of bathing suits, and I send the littles to set the table and the older ones to begin cleaning up the kitchen from my mad chef adventure. I cook some instant brown rice while the veggies are finishing up and dinner is almost ready!

I also have a way to make the kitchen clean up even quicker than this fast meal, I found it while I was wandering through my second home, Target!

Simple Summer Stir Fry

I spotted this neat looking Clorox Green Works Pump in the green, natural cleaning area. I already use a few of the Green Works products, like the all purpose kitchen cleaner, and Target is the only retailer that carries the entire selection of the Green Works products…just one more reason to visit Target! (I know, like I needed another reason!) The Green Works Pump is filled with a food safe cleaner that is perfect for wiping up as you go as you’re buzzing around the kitchen. I loved the one handed pump action because I could easily reach across the counter, add the cleaner to my dish cloth, and still keep an eye on the stir fry. The cleaner should not be used to clean up after raw meat/fish but in this recipe, you’re safe!

Simple Summer Stir Fry

So even though there’s no genie in the bottle of the Green Works that will magically wash those dishes for you, it is an amazing product that I feel safe letting my kiddos use when they complete their daily chores!

And from June 14-July 11, use the Target Cartwheel app to save 10% on all varieties of Green Works products (including Pump ‘N Clean). Saving money, safely cleaning the kitchen, and an easy meal? Yes, some days are just that AWESOME!

Simple Summer Stir Fry
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
10 mins
Total time
20 mins
 
Author: Kira and Michelle at sunshineandhurricanes.com
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1-2 Tsp oil
  • 6 cups chopped fresh vegetables use a variety: broccoli, carrots, snap peas, onion, mushrooms, peppers, water chestnuts, celery, cauliflower
  • 1.5-2 cups stir fry sauce
  • 4 cups instant brown rice
Instructions
  1. Heat skillet with oil, when hot, add fresh veggies
  2. Saute for about 10 minutes, to keep veggies crisp
  3. Add stir fry sauce, toss well
  4. Serve over cooked brown rice
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Need a fast and easy dinner idea? This Simple Summer Stir Fry is quick to prep and healthy to eat. Delicious and kids will enjoy, too!

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: dinner, easy eats, fast dinner, healthy, lunch, stir fry, vegetables

About Michelle Myers

Michelle Myers is mom to four kiddos ranging from elementary thru high school, each with strong opinions and a flair for the dramatic. In other words, they're a lot like her. Former educator and lover of learning, she divides her time between carpool and Starbucks by reading voraciously and giving TED talks to herself at red lights. A Floridian for almost 40 years, Michelle loves the beach, making people laugh, and date nights with her hubby of 25 years...and yeas, they clearly married at age 7.
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Comments

  1. Erica @ Coming Up Roses says

    July 7, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    OK…YUM! This looks so fabulous. Nothing beats a great summer stir fry! Loving how colorful the final plate looks.

    Coming Up Roses

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  2. David @ Spiced says

    July 7, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    I love making stir fries for dinner, too…especially using fresh summer veggies. Thanks for sharing! #client

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  3. Nicole Keener says

    July 7, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    I love stir fry, super easy and super fast. We love asian food in general.

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  4. Shanna says

    July 7, 2015 at 7:50 am

    That stir Fry looks delicious and it came together so quickly! I will definitely be adding this to my meal rotation.

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  5. Kristen says

    July 7, 2015 at 7:48 am

    Looks yummy! If only my kids would eat this! Pinned & stumbled!

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  6. Leigh says

    July 6, 2015 at 8:31 pm

    This looks so good. I totally understand what you mean about losing track of time in the summer.

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  7. Natasha says

    July 6, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    This looks bright, lite and delicious!

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  8. Brenda @Schooling a Monkey says

    July 6, 2015 at 11:28 am

    This looks delicious. Now I know what to serve for dinner tonight!

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  9. Tiffani says

    July 6, 2015 at 11:04 am

    That looks delicious & so easy to make! I’ve always wanted to try one of those pump bottles, but was afraid it wouldn’t clean well enough. After reading this I will definitely give it a try. Sounds like you all are having a wonderfully relaxing summer…cannonballs at the pool…YES! Have fun & great post! 😉

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  10. Krayl @ An Appealing Plan says

    July 6, 2015 at 10:09 am

    I always forget how easy stir fry is to make! I need to whip some up this week!!

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