Festive Broccoli with Buttered Red Pepper Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥦 Servings: 4
Description:
The vibrant green of the broccoli paired with the rich red of the bell pepper makes this dish perfect for festive occasions. It’s a wonderfully simple recipe that you can easily adapt to suit your own tastes.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Broccoli florets |
| 3 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 clove | Garlic |
| Salt, to taste | |
| Pepper, to taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Broccoli:
- Begin by bringing a medium-size pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook the Broccoli:
- Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until they are tender.
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Drain and Keep Warm:
- Once the broccoli is cooked, drain it and set it aside, keeping it warm.
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Prepare the Red Pepper Mixture:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium-size nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Cook the Red Pepper:
- Add the red bell pepper and minced garlic to the skillet, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes, until the peppers are soft and slightly caramelized.
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Finish the Dish:
- Once the red pepper mixture is cooked, remove it from the heat.
- Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Place the cooked broccoli florets in a serving bowl.
- Pour the buttered red pepper mixture over the broccoli.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy the festive colors and flavors!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 100.1
- Fat Content: 8.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 22.9mg
- Sodium Content: 76.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 4.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 1.3g
- Protein Content: 2g
Keywords: Low Protein, Christmas, Less than 30 Minutes, Easy
This Festive Broccoli with Buttered Red Pepper recipe is a delightful addition to any holiday table, offering both visual appeal and delicious flavor. Whether you’re looking for a festive side dish or a simple yet elegant vegetable option, this recipe is sure to please.
