I haven’t had much time to cook lately, as my daily schedule has gotten really hectic, so thought I’d continue the trend of recommending recipes that are quick, easy, healthy, and delicious.  Can’t beat that combination, right?  In and out of the kitchen fast, but still cooking and eating great food!

Piperade is a colorful vegetable accompaniment of Basque origin.  It’s actually the same colors as the Basque flag, but I’m not sure if that’s just a coincidence or not.  You can make piperade in a large batch and freeze the extras if you like, as it keeps very well.  Piperade is a great side or condiment to many foods, such as omelettes, pizzas, or sauteed chicken.  It’s great to add color to a dish and is also a nice way to get some veggies in your system.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

1. 1 medium onion
2. 2 medium bell peppers
3. 1 red bell pepper
4. 2 cloves of garlic
5. Salt and Pepper
6. 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
7. 2 tbsp dried herbs or parsley

Instructions

1. Slice the onions and bell peppers into thin slices.  Mince the garlic.
2. Saute the onion in oil until tender (about 5 minutes).  Add the peppers and garlic.  Sprinkle in salt, pepper, herbs and parsley.
3. Saute uncovered for 2-3 minutes until the peppers are almost tender.  They should still have some crunch left.
4. Serve fresh, or keep for later.  Piperade can be kept for 2-3 days in the refrigerator or much longer in the freezer.
5. Enjoy!