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

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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