Sauteed Asparagus with Red Peppers Olives

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Sautéed Asparagus with Red Peppers and Olives. Bursting with color and Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this healthy dish combines tender-crisp asparagus, sweet red bell pepper strips, and briny black olives, all brought together with a fragrant sauté of garlic and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for optional heat, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it an effortless yet impressive addition to any meal. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, fish, or pasta for a nutrient-packed side that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, this one-pan dish is ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup black olives (pitted and sliced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the asparagus thoroughly under cold water. Trim the tough ends by snapping them off at their natural breaking point. Cut the asparagus spears into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Core and seed the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Add the prepared asparagus and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender yet still slightly crisp.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced black olives, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the olives and blend the flavors.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 8

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a serving dish and serve immediately as a side dish to accompany your main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(774.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601.3

Total Fat 48.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2100.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 13.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206.9mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1357.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 23.5%