Best 4 Green Beans And Red Peppers Recipes

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Green beans and red peppers are a delicious and versatile combination that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a hearty main course, there's a recipe out there to suit your needs. From stir-fries to salads to casseroles, the possibilities are endless. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for cooking green beans and red peppers, so you can find the perfect one to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SZECHUAN BEEF WITH GREEN BEANS AND RED BELL PEPPERS



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Quick, tasty, weeknight-friendly dish for a busy family. Serve with jasmine rice and top with scallions and sesame seeds if desired.

Provided by Erica Royster

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds flank steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 small red onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
¾ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 ½ cups frozen green beans, thawed
1 red bell pepper, sliced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Sprinkle cornstarch, salt, and pepper over flank steak. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook steak in the hot oil until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Remove steak from skillet using a slotted spoon.
  • Add onion and garlic to the same skillet. Cook until onion starts to soften, about 2 minutes. Add ginger; cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, and hoisin sauce. Cook until sauce has thickened, 5 to 7 minutes more. Reduce heat; add green beans and bell pepper.
  • Add steak back to the skillet; toss in the sauce until well coated. Add red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook and stir until stir-fry is heated through, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.9 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1618.4 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

GREEN BEANS AND RED PEPPERS SAUTEED WITH GARLIC



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Make and share this Green Beans and Red Peppers Sauteed With Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb in WNY

Categories     Vegetable

Time 21m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 sweet red pepper, cut into strips

Steps:

  • Trim beans.
  • Meanwhile bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
  • Add some salt, then dump in beans, as soon as the water comes back to a rolling boil, count 1 minute, then drain beans and rinse with cold water.
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan and add garlic and red peppers.
  • Saute 5 minutes, or until peppers are tender and add beans.
  • cook, tossing, until heated through.
  • Place mixture in a mound on a big serving dish or platter and serve.

MARINATED GREEN BEANS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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Categories     Bean     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Buffet     Bell Pepper     Summer     Chill     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 12 to 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large red bell peppers
2 pounds slender green beans, trimmed
3/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
Lettuce leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag; let stand 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Transfer to large bowl. Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain well. Add to bowl with peppers.
  • Whisk oil, vinegar and garlic in small bowl to blend well. Pour over vegetables; toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover; chill up to 6 hours.
  • Line large bowl with lettuce leaves, if desired. Mound vegetables in center.

GREEN BEANS AND RED PEPPERS



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I believe that simple sides are best. These basic, but beautiful beans prove my theory correct!-Betty Ellis, Boaz, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute the red pepper, onion and garlic in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drain beans and transfer to a serving dish. Add red pepper mixture and stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp green beans. Look for beans that are a deep green color and snap easily when you bend them.
  • Trim the green beans. Remove the tough ends of the green beans before cooking.
  • Cook the green beans quickly. Overcooking will make them mushy. Aim for a cooking time of 5-7 minutes.
  • Shock the green beans in cold water. This will stop the cooking process and help them retain their bright green color.
  • Season the green beans simply. Salt, pepper, and a little bit of garlic are all you need to bring out their natural flavor.
  • Serve the green beans warm or at room temperature. They can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Green beans and red peppers are a delicious and versatile combination that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a more substantial main course, there's a green bean and red pepper recipe out there to suit your needs. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give one of these recipes a try!

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