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sauteed bell peppers and onions in skillet
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Quick Sauteed Peppers and Onions

Sauteed Peppers and Onions make for a tasty side or topping for steaks, sandwiches, or delicious tacos and fajitas.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Mary Younkin

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 bell peppers any color, sliced into narrow strips
  • 1 medium yellow onion sliced thin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced OPTIONAL
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers and onions. Toss to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp, and lightly browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Add garlic, if desired, and continue cooking for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 158mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1863IU | Vitamin C: 78mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.4mg