BACON-ALMOND BROCCOLI MEDLEY

Bacon-Almond Broccoli Medley image

Broccoli, yellow pepper and bacon bits combine in a sweet, buttery sauce for this colorful veggie side. Sliced almonds add nice crunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli spears
1/4 cup water
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, cut into strips
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup bacon bits
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Place the broccoli in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute yellow pepper in butter until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. , Drain broccoli; place in a serving bowl. Add the pepper mixture, bacon and almonds; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges