**Indulge in a Colorful Medley of Broccoli and Sweet Peppers: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors, Textures, and Nutrients**
Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant and flavorful combination of broccoli and sweet peppers. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with its symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, making it a delightful addition to any meal. From a vibrant stir-fry to a hearty soup, a savory frittata to a refreshing salad, these recipes offer a versatile range of options to suit your culinary preferences. Each recipe is carefully crafted to highlight the natural sweetness of the peppers and the earthy goodness of the broccoli, while incorporating a symphony of spices and herbs that bring out their unique flavors. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your guests, these broccoli and sweet pepper recipes are sure to delight and satisfy.
BROCCOLI WITH SWEET RED PEPPER AND GARLIC
Add color-and nutrition-to your plate with a 20-minute vegetable side dish.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Stir garlic into hot oil. Immediately add broccoli, bell pepper, onion and water. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until broccoli is crisp-tender and onion is beginning to brown. Stir in salt.
- Place in serving dish; top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
BROCCOLI AND PEPPERS
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.
SAUTEED BROCCOLI W/ ROASTED SWEET PEPPERS & ONIONS
I created this side dish to accompany my Pork Roast with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Dinner. I had them left over from a precious meal & wanted to use them before they spoiled, I had 2 small jars of Roasted Sweet Red Peppers & thought they would compliment the broccoli & onions perfectly, all the while adding a bit of fiber to the...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Vegetables
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Wash broccoli in a colander & cut larger pieces into smaller pieces, rinse under cold running water.
- 2. Cut the onions in half and then slice into medium slices, and separate into rings, then add to broccoli.
- 3. Drain the roasted red peppers, then using a cutting board cut into medium size strips.
- 4. In a large skillet, Heat the oil over medium high heat, & then add in the broccoli and onion mixture, sauté about 4-5 minutes.
- 5. Add the roasted sweet pepper strip, and steak seasoning, then stir till mixed together and heated through, until veggies are al dente, or as desired, an additional 4-5 minutes or so, or as desired.
- 6. Serve while still hot, can add shaved Parmesan Cheese over the top while veggies are still hot, if desired or serve as is. Excellent side dish.
BROCCOLI WITH SAUTEED RED PEPPER
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
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.
ITALIAN BROCCOLI WITH PEPPERS
This healthy side dish goes with just about anything. And for a satisfying meal, we like it over pasta or grilled chicken or turkey breasts. -Maureen McClanahan, St. Louis, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add broccoli; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place broccoli in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers in oil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the broccoli, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Add the tomato; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BROCCOLI AND SWEET PEPPERS
Colourful, tastes as good as it looks! I sometimes add mushrooms or a light sprinkle of favourite cheese. from Smart Cooking by Anne Lindsay
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Vegetable
Time 11m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel tough broccoli stems.
- Cut stem and florets into bite size pieces.
- Blanch in large pot of boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes or until bright green and tender crisp, drain, cool under cold running water and dry on paper towels.
- Seed peppers and cut into thin strips.
- In a large frypan or wok, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and ginger, stir fry for 1 minute.
- Add peppers and stir fry for 2 or 3 minutes, adding chicken stock when necessary to prevent sticking or scorching.
- Add broccoli, stir fry until heated through, sprinkle with soy sauce.
- Serve immediately.
LINGUINI WITH BROCCOLI AND RED PEPPERS
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
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 BELL PEPPERS
Make and share this Broccoli and Bell Peppers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Quiet Man
Categories Peppers
Time 20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- For sauce, in a small bowl stir together soy sauce, lemon juice and sesame oil.
- Set aside.
- Place a steamer basket in a 12 inch skillet.
- Add enough water to come just below bottom of basket and bring to a boil.
- Place broccoli in steamer basket and reduce heat to medium low.
- Cover and steam for 4 minutes.
- Add sweet peppers.
- cover and steam for 3 to 4 minutes more or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Transfer vegetables to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle sauce over vegetables and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.7, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 264.6, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 2.1
BROCCOLI AND BELL PEPPERS
This colorful steamed broccoli side dish is loaded with vitamin C! If you don't have a steamer basket, improvise with a metal colander to prepare this healthy vegetable dish. I have played with this recipe to suit my tastes, but originally found it in BH&G.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Vegetable
Time 18m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place broccoli and pepper in a steamer basket over simmering water.
- Steam, covered, for 8 to 12 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Drain.
- Arrange on a serving platter.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan melt the butter.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Drizzle over broccoli mixture.
BROCCOLI PEPPER AND CHICKEN STIR-FRY
I clipped this recipe out of a newspaper years ago and it's since become a family favorite. I like to serve it with fresh fruit and warm homemade bread.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in oil for 7 minutes or until juices run clear; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, stir-fry onion until tender. Add broccoli, green pepper and garlic; stir-fry until tender. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients until smooth; pour over vegetable mixture. Add chicken; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until sauce is thickened and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts :
LINGUINE WITH BROCCOLI RABE & PEPPERS
Broccoli rabe is one of my favorite veggies. Since it cooks right with the pasta, you can multitask. Before you know it, dinner is served. -Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut 1/2 in. off ends of broccoli rabe; trim woody stems. Cut stems and leaves into 2-in. pieces. Cook linguine according to package directions, adding broccoli rabe during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add anchovies and garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in red peppers, olives, pepper flakes, pepper and salt., Add linguine and broccoli rabe to skillet; toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as desired to moisten. Serve with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your dish. Look for broccoli and bell peppers that are brightly colored and crisp.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: Broccoli and bell peppers should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy and bland.
- Use a variety of seasonings: This will add flavor and depth to your dish. Some good options include garlic, onion, salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
- Add some protein: This will make your dish more filling and satisfying. Some good options include chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beans.
- Serve immediately: Broccoli and bell peppers are best served hot, right out of the pan.
Conclusion:
Broccoli and bell peppers are two versatile vegetables that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy these healthy vegetables. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty and nutritious meal that the whole family will love.
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