Best 14 Sauteed Asparagus With Red Peppers Olives Recipes

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"Sauteed Asparagus with Red Peppers and Olives" is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This vibrant dish is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of tender asparagus, sweet red peppers, briny olives, and aromatic garlic. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can create a delicious and healthy dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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ASPARAGUS AND RED PEPPER WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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A bright and flavorful vegetable dish that even vegetable haters will enjoy. It goes great with roasted meats. For milder flavors, substitute mozzarella cheese and use less vinegar.

Provided by Patrick

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
salt to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the asparagus and red onion in the mixture, season with salt, and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir the red bell pepper into the mixture and continue cooking until the onions begin to caramelize, another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add the vinegar, Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, and pine nuts; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 203.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

ASPARAGUS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toss 2 bunches trimmed asparagus with olive oil on a foil-lined baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Broil, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Drizzle with sherry vinegar and more olive oil; season with salt. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped roasted red peppers and parsley.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH OLIVES AND BASIL



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Full-flavored savory garlic and olives and aromatic basil brighten the crisp asparagus. Cutting the asparagus into short pieces allows them to cook quickly.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 pounds medium asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces at an angle
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons pitted kalamata olives, slivered
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the asparagus, 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper and cook, stirring, until the asparagus is bright green and crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the olives, basil and 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss well. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calorie, Fat 8.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 201 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SAUTEED GARLIC ASPARAGUS WITH RED PEPPERS



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Some of you may want to steam the asparagus first but I like the taste of crunchy asparagus just heated through - Look at the fat and calorie count of this recipe

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh asparagus, snipped off coarse ends,cut into 1 inch angled pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin 1 inch strips
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet and add garlic cook 2 minutes then add the the bell pepper and asparagus Saute until the asparagus is heated through.
  • Remove from heat and season with salt& pepper and the vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 3.4, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.8

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH RED PEPPERS & OLIVES



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Delicious as a side dish, this easy saute becomes a simple vegetarian entree tossed with pasta and sprinkled with cheese.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, peeled,finely chopped
1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed,peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large red bell pepper, seeded,deveined and cut into 1 inch pieces
1/4 cup pitted chopped kalamata olive
1 small lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium and add the onion, asparagus and the pepper and saute for about 2 minutes, or until the asparagus becomes tender (but remains crisp).
  • Toss in the chopped olives and the lemon juice and cook another minute.
  • Serve immediately.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC AND THYME



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Come springtime, when stalks of asparagus shoot up from the ground (as if they're celebrating with us!), there isn't much to do to make this easy side dish shine. First, a sauté in the skillet with olive oil, garlic, and thyme coaxes out the natural sweetness of the asparagus, while finishing it with a quick steam until the stalks are crisp-tender locks in vitamins like A and C.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2 to 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sliced garlic
2 thyme sprigs
10 ounces asparagus, ends trimmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and thyme sprigs. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing to coat in oil, 1 minute.
  • Arrange asparagus in a single layer in skillet, add 1/4 cup water, and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, shaking pan occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender and most of water has evaporated, 2 minutes.

ITALIAN SAUTéED OLIVES



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Ready in 15 minutes, spicy and salty olives are a hard-to-resist snack at any gathering.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 medium green onion, chopped (1 tablespoon)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup imported Kalamata olives (8 oz), drained and pitted
1 cup imported Greek green olives (8 oz), drained and pitted
1 cup imported Gaeta olives (8 oz), drained and pitted

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook parsley, onion, red pepper and garlic in oil about 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic just begins to become golden brown.
  • Stir in olives. Cover and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until olives are tender and skins begin to wrinkle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg

ASPARAGUS WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     appetizer, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium red or yellow bell peppers, cored and seeded
1 small onion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 small piece fresh or dried hot pepper
1 tablespoon walnut oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 pounds trimmed asparagus
1/2 pound yellow bell pepper, peeled, cored, and seeded, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the bell peppers and onion. Place them in a heavy pot with the rest of the ingredients except the asparagus and the remaining yellow bell pepper. Simmer, covered, over low heat for 30 minutes. The mixture should be very soft. Uncover and let it cool to room temperature.
  • Put the cooled mixture into a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Then press the sauce through a fine sieve to eliminate bits of skin.
  • Heat boiling water in the bottom of a steamer. Put the asparagus in the steamer basket, cover, and cook until done, about three minutes.
  • Spoon some red pepper puree on each of four salad plates. Arrange the asparagus neatly on top. Garnish each plate with the diced pepper and a few grindings of black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 137, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 9 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

ASPARAGUS, SQUASH & RED PEPPER SAUTE



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The appealing vegetable trio is enlivened by a wine-scented saute. -Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
2 medium yellow summer squash, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
6 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup white wine or vegetable broth
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute the peppers, squash and asparagus in wine and oil until crisp-tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH RED BELL PEPPER AND ONIONS



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Make and share this Sauteed Asparagus With Red Bell Pepper and Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rasoiyo

Categories     Onions

Time 12m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus
1/2 large red bell pepper
1/4 red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon parmesan cheese
salt

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus and discard ends, cut into half.
  • Cut Red Bell Pepper and Red Onion length wise.
  • Heat Olive oil in the pan, Add Asparagus, Red Bell Pepper, Red Onion. Stir couple times until Asparagus are tender.
  • Add crushed Red Pepper and grated Black Pepper and Salt.
  • Cook for couple more minutes.
  • Serve on the plate, sprinkle Parmesan Cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.2, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 42.6, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 6.5

ASPARAGUS WITH RED PEPPER SAUCE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 red bell peppers
1/2 cup olive oil
Balsamic vinegar to taste
Course salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 pounds asparagus
Fresh tarragon leaves to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Cut the peppers into quarters and remove the stems and seeds. Place the quarters skin side up on foil placed on a broiling rack. Broil until the skins are charred. Place the pepper strips in a sealed paper or plastic bag for a few minutes, then slip off the skins.
  • Combine the pepper strips in a blender or food processor with the olive oil and puree. Add vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • Cut the tough stems from the asparagus. With a vegetable peeler, pare away any tough skin from the lower half of the stalk. Rinse the asparagus in cold water.
  • Either cook the asparagus in a steamer or tie in bundle standing in two inches of water. Cook, covered, until tender but firm. Drain and place on individual plates. Cool to room temperature before serving.
  • Pour a pool of sauce on each plate and garnish with tarragon leaves.

GARLIC-SAUTEED ASPARAGUS



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This is a very quick and healthy vegetable side dish. Even my son, who is very picky, loves this. It works well as a snack with wine, as an appetizer, or as a side dish, especially for Asian-inspired dishes.

Provided by naturalbornhealer

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic and decrease heat to medium. Cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus, soy sauce, and water to garlic; cook and stir until liquid is mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Cover wok and cook until asparagus are tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 453.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON



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Try this side with seared steak, roasted lamb or chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bunches asparagus (14 ounces each), ends trimmed
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 wide strips lemon zest
Juice from 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add asparagus, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness. Add lemon zest and cook 1 minute. Add lemon juice, toss to coat, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH MUSHROOMS



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Look no further for a quick and easy sauteed asparagus recipe. This dish gets a little extra kick from Greek seasoning. - Shawn Barto, Winter Garden, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon bacon drippings or olive oil
1 package (8 ounces) frozen asparagus spears, thawed
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
1 to 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat drippings over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until tender, 10-12 minutes. Sprinkle with almonds and Greek seasoning; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right asparagus. Look for asparagus that is bright green and has tightly closed tips. Avoid asparagus that is limp or has woody ends.
  • Trim the asparagus properly. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can do this by snapping them off or using a knife.
  • Cook the asparagus quickly. Asparagus cooks quickly, so it's important to not overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods. Asparagus can be sautéed, roasted, grilled, or steamed. Each cooking method will give the asparagus a different flavor and texture.
  • Add flavor to the asparagus. Asparagus can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces. You can also add other vegetables, such as red peppers or olives, to the dish.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its delicate flavor and bright green color, asparagus is a great addition to any meal. Whether you're sautéing it, roasting it, grilling it, or steaming it, asparagus is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetable to add to your meal, reach for asparagus.

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