This asparagus and peppers recipe is a bright and flavorful vegetable dish that even vegetable haters will enjoy. It goes great with roasted meats.
Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::2
Ingredients
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 (Optional)
1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts (Optional)
Directions
Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add asparagus and red onion to mixture, season with salt, and cook until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir red bell pepper into mixture and continue cooking until onions begin to caramelize, another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add vinegar, Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, and pine nuts; toss to combine.
Tips
For milder flavors, substitute mozzarella cheese and use less vinegar.