Dairy-Free Sauteed Bell Peppers
Elevate your vegetable sides with this vibrant Dairy-Free Sautéed Bell Peppers recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of red, yellow, and green bell peppers, this quick and easy dish is infused with garlic and fresh basil for a flavorful twist. Perfect for those who are dairy-free, this recipe uses extra virgin olive oil to enhance the peppers' natural taste while keeping it light and healthy. Ready in just 20 minutes, these tender-crisp peppers make a versatile accompaniment to nearly any meal or a delicious topping for sandwiches, tacos, or pasta. Full of color, aroma, and fresh ingredients, this sautéed bell pepper dish is an irresistible addition to your weeknight dinner rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
Instructions
Wash the bell peppers thoroughly. Remove the stem, seeds, and inner membranes. Slice the peppers into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the heated olive oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet. Stir to coat the peppers in the garlic-infused oil.
Season the peppers with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Continue to sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the freshly chopped basil.
Serve the sautéed bell peppers warm, either as a side dish or as a topping for sandwiches or tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2374 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1014 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
