Broccoli And Red Bell Pepper Salad Recipes

BROCCOLI AND RED BELL PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Trim broccoli and separate the florets into bite-size pieces.
• Peel the stem and cut it into quarter inch discs.
• Blanch the broccoli by dropping it into a large pot of boiling water for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then dropping it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
• Drain and dry broccoli.
• Roughly dice the red bell pepper and finely dice the onion.
• In large bowl, combine the broccoli, bell pepper, onion, capers and olives.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), sugar, garlic, marjoram and salt and pepper.
• Toss the dressing with the vegetables and refrigerate in an airtight container.
• Adjust the seasoning if desired after twoenty-four hours.
• Broccoli will lose its bright green color after about three days, but salad should keep for five days.

BROCCOLI WITH SWEET RED PEPPER AND GARLIC

Steps:

• In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
• Stir garlic into hot oil. Immediately add broccoli, bell pepper, onion and water. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until broccoli is crisp-tender and onion is beginning to brown. Stir in salt.
• Place in serving dish; top with cheese.

BROCCOLI WITH FENNEL AND RED BELL PEPPER

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add fennel seeds and stir until toasted, about 3 minutes. Add shallots and sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Add sliced fennel bulb and red bell pepper and sauté until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broccoli. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil over vegetables. Stir in herbes de Provence. Pour broth over. Simmer until broccoli is crisp-tender and liquid evaporates, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
• *A dried herb mixture available at specialty foods stores and in the spice section of some supermarkets. A combination of dried thyme, basil, savory, and fennel seeds can be substituted.

BROCCOLI AND RED BELL PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until crisp. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, bell pepper, cheddar cheese, pine nuts, and dried cranberries. Crumble in the bacon and pour in the dressing. Toss well to combine. Let sit for 20 minutes before serving.