Best 10 Broccoli And Red Pepper Toss Recipes

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Savory, simple, and satisfying, this broccoli and red pepper toss is a delightful weeknight side dish or a colorful addition to your next potluck. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli and bell peppers bathed in a tangy, slightly sweet sauce, this dish is sure to please a crowd. If you're looking for a vegetarian main course, simply add some grilled or roasted tofu or tempeh. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, this versatile dish is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

In addition to the classic broccoli and red pepper toss, the article also offers two enticing variations: a broccoli and roasted red pepper salad, featuring a zesty lemon-tahini dressing, and a broccoli and sun-dried tomato toss, where sun-dried tomatoes add a burst of umami flavor. Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic, ensuring that you'll have a go-to recipe for any occasion.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI AND PEPPERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 pound broccoli florets and 1 sliced red bell pepper in salted boiling water until just tender, about 3 minutes; drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool, then drain again. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 2 sliced garlic cloves and 2 to 4 crushed dried red chiles and cook 30 seconds. Add the broccoli and bell pepper and cook 2 minutes. Season with salt.

ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND RED PEPPER



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An easy Roasted Broccoli recipe with Garlic and Red Pepper

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Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 pounds broccoli crowns, cut into florets (about 8 cups)
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
Large pinch of dried crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss broccoli and 3 tablespoons oil in large bowl to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to rimmed baking sheet. Roast 15 minutes. Stir remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil, garlic, and red pepper in small bowl. Drizzle garlic mixture over broccoli; toss to coat. Roast until broccoli is beginning to brown, about 8 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

BROCCOLI WITH SAUTEED RED PEPPER



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Slivered almonds and sweet red peppers add crunch to fresh broccoli.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chicken broth
1 pound fresh broccoli spears
1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Cut broccoli spears in half lengthwise; add to broth. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute red pepper and shallot in oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain broccoli; add broccoli, almonds, lemon-pepper and salt to skillet. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND RED PEPPER



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This is quick and very addictive. The original recipe came from a magazine, I 'm not sure which one. It's probably from bon appetit. I have so many from that magazine that I've saved. I have tweaked it a little to suit my way of doing things.

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 lbs broccoli florets, cut into florets (about 8 cups)
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450. Toss broccoli with all the other ingredients. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Spread them out in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast 15 minutes. Toss them and turn them over and roast another 8 to 10 minutes until broccoli is browned nicely. Serve immediately. Yum!

BROCCOLI, BACON AND CHEDDAR TOSS



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Accent the flavor of fresh broccoli with sweet raisins, smoky bacon, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups fresh small broccoli florets
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped red onion
4 slices precooked bacon or 1/3 cup real bacon pieces
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix all salad ingredients except bacon.
  • In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
  • Just before serving, heat bacon slices as directed on package until crisp. Drain on paper towels; crumble. Stir bacon into salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

LINGUINI WITH BROCCOLI AND RED PEPPERS



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This is a wonderful side dish, but on many occasions we make this our whole meal, along with a salad and bread!

Provided by Chris Catley

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound linguini pasta
1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 pinch garlic salt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Steam broccoli with 2 tablespoons water in microwave for 6-7 minutes.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat olive oil and butter over low heat. Stir in garlic (more or less to suit your tastes) and red pepper slices; saute gently.
  • Drain broccoli and add to skillet. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt and saute broccoli and peppers until soft.
  • Toss vegetable mixture with hot pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 147.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

BROCCOLI AND RED BELL PEPPER SALAD



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This is a variation of a broccoli salad we used to serve in a Vermont food co-op deli where I worked. It's not only a great way to get your veggies, but the capers and olives give it a piquant taste. Also, the blanched broccoli and red bell pepper make for a colorful side dish.

Provided by anneandmae

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head fresh broccoli (about 2 cups)
1 red bell pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons capers (small are the best)
7 1/2 ounces medium pitted black olives
1/2 red onion
1/2-3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar or 1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Trim broccoli and separate the florets into bite-size pieces.
  • Peel the stem and cut it into quarter inch discs.
  • Blanch the broccoli by dropping it into a large pot of boiling water for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then dropping it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain and dry broccoli.
  • Roughly dice the red bell pepper and finely dice the onion.
  • In large bowl, combine the broccoli, bell pepper, onion, capers and olives.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), sugar, garlic, marjoram and salt and pepper.
  • Toss the dressing with the vegetables and refrigerate in an airtight container.
  • Adjust the seasoning if desired after twoenty-four hours.
  • Broccoli will lose its bright green color after about three days, but salad should keep for five days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.4, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 393.5, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 1.8

PORTOBELLO, BROCCOLI, AND RED-PEPPER MELTS



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The broiler works double time for these knife-and-fork sandwiches, caramelizing the veggies, then melting the Gouda.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets (stalk discarded)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 portobello mushrooms (stems removed), sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 red bell peppers (ribs and seeds removed), sliced 1/2 inch thick
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove, crushed through a press
4 thick slices country bread
4 ounces Gouda cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. On a rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, toss broccoli with oil; season with salt and pepper. Broil, tossing once or twice, until broccoli begins to char, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and bell peppers to sheet; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Broil, tossing once or twice, until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes more; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Place bread on a work surface. Dividing evenly, spread with mayonnaise mixture, and top with vegetables, then cheese. Place on baking sheet, and broil until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 16 g

BROCCOLI STEM AND RED PEPPER SLAW



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I never throw out broccoli stems. If I don't use them for pickles or stir-fries, I'll shred them and use them in a delicious slaw like this one.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups shredded broccoli stems (4 to 5 large stems)
Salt to taste
1 red bell pepper, cut in thin 2-inch julienne
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (to taste)
2 tablespoons slivered mint leaves
1 serrano chile, minced
2 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons minced or grated fresh ginger
1 small garlic clove, minced or puréed (optional)
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons grapeseed or sunflower oil
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Place the shredded broccoli stems in a colander, sprinkle with salt, toss and leave to drain for 15 to 30 minutes. Squeeze out excess water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli stems, bell pepper, cilantro, mint, and chile and toss together. In a bowl or measuring cup whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt to taste, ginger, garlic, sesame oil and grapeseed or sunflower oil. Toss with the shredded vegetable mixture. Serve or refrigerate until ready to serve. Sprinkle each serving with black sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 113, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 194 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BROCCOLI WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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Here's an easy and appetizing way to dress up broccoli. Our Test Kitchen staff teamed up that garden-fresh vegetable with roasted red peppers and garlic in this colorful combination. It tastes so good, you won't believe it's good for you, too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large bunch)
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Stir in the red peppers, parsley, salt and pepper. Transfer broccoli to a large bowl; add red pepper mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli florets that are a deep green color and tightly closed. Avoid any broccoli that is yellowing or has brown spots.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets. If you are using a steamer, blanch the broccoli for 2-3 minutes before stir-frying it.
  • Use a hot pan: When stir-frying, it is important to use a hot pan so that the broccoli and red peppers cook quickly and evenly. A hot pan will also help to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When adding the broccoli and red peppers to the pan, be sure not to overcrowd it. This will prevent the vegetables from cooking evenly.
  • Stir-fry in batches: If you are using a large amount of broccoli and red peppers, you may need to stir-fry them in batches. This will ensure that all of the vegetables cook evenly.
  • Season to taste: Once the broccoli and red peppers are cooked, season them to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Serve immediately: Broccoli and red pepper toss is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the vegetables are still crisp and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Broccoli and red pepper toss is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it can be served as a side dish or main course. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, broccoli and red pepper toss is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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