Are you ready to elevate your vegetable game with a mouthwatering side dish that's both incredibly simple and devastatingly delicious? This Broccoli Red Pepper Garlic Butter Sauce is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen, turning ordinary vegetables into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece in just 15 minutes. Imagine crisp-tender broccoli and sweet red peppers dancing in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare the broccoli florets, ensuring they are cut into uniform bite-sized pieces. Rinse the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips.
- Place a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely, swirling the pan to coat the bottom.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The garlic should become fragrant and slightly golden.
- Add the sliced red bell pepper to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers start to soften and slightly caramelize.
- Introduce the broccoli florets to the skillet, tossing them with the garlic butter and red peppers. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Season the vegetables with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, continuing to stir and cook until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat and transfer the broccoli and red pepper garlic butter sauce to a serving dish. Serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Tips
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and professional-looking presentation.
- Use fresh garlic for the most intense flavor - avoid pre-minced garlic from jars.
- Keep the heat at medium-high to achieve a perfect caramelization without burning the garlic.
- Don't overcook the broccoli - you want it bright green and tender-crisp, not mushy.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end.
- Use high-quality butter for the richest taste and most luxurious sauce.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the vegetables at their peak texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 70kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
