GINGERED YELLOW PEPPER 'N' BROCCOLI

Gingered Yellow Pepper 'n' Broccoli image

This side dish from our Test Kitchen will work well with any mild-flavored main course. The pretty, colorful side is lightly touched with ginger and orange peel, making it crisp and refreshing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 cup water
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the broccoli and water. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute yellow pepper in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender. , Stir broccoli; microwave 1 minute longer or until tender. Add the ginger, orange zest, salt and pepper to yellow pepper. Drain broccoli; add to pepper mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges