These easy Sauteed Peppers and onions, seasoned with fresh herbs and garlic, are the perfect side dish for all your favorite entrees. Or use this as a topping on omelets, tacos, or fajitas.
This is one of my and hubby’s favorite vegetable sides. They make excellent vegetarian tacos topped with a little sour cream and cheese. To add protein, top with crispy tofu or steak bites.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients on the recipe card below.
- Oil: Use extra virgin olive oil.
- Bell pepper: Use any colored bell peppers. I love using an assortment for that beautiful color contrast and flavor.
- Onions: Use sweet onions to complement the sweetness of the bell peppers.
- Fresh herbs: I like to use fresh thyme, basil, parsley, rosemary, dill, or cilantro. My herb choice is dependent on what I am serving the dish with.
How To Make Sauteed Peppers and Onions
This is a summary version; for the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please refer to the recipe card below.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the peppers and onions. Cook until lightly charred and crisp-tender.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and fresh herbs.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Ways To Use Sauteed Peppers and Onions
I like to serve them with omelets, egg casseroles, and fried egg sandwiches. Or stuff them in a taco, burrito, or chicken quesadilla. They are delicious with grilled shrimp, lemon pepper cod, and blackened mahi mahi.
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Sauteed Peppers and Onions
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced into ½ inch strips
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced into ½ inch wedges
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme, basil, and parsley)
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the peppers and onions. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until lightly charred and crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the garlic and fresh herbs, stirring frequently.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave at 50% power for short increments until warm.
Amanda
We used these on the side of fajitas with some cilantro, and they were perfect! So simple to make too.
Lisa
I love making sautéed peppers and onions. They add such amazing flavor to my chicken subs and sausages… mmmm, mmmm, so good!
Amber Myers
Yum, I love putting this on sandwiches. I’ll have to make this for sure for a future meal. I just love onions.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Amber! Enjoy!
Carol Cassara
This is a Sicilian American dish that’s part of my culture. We can put them with scrambled eggs, burgers or grilled sausages and they. add so much. Thanks for reminding me to make them!
PAULA Schuck
I love peppers and onions, and frankly, I often make this with sausages too. It’s an easy and tasty meal.. this time of year peppers are so delicious because they’re literally in season right now in Ontario where I live
Tammy
I loved these with sausage for sandwiches…came out so good and delicious! Will be making again!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Tammy! So glad that you liked it.
Suz
This was simple, flavorful, and such an easy side dish. It works perfectly with dinner or as a topping for omelets, tacos, fajitas, and sandwiches.
Amy
Such a simple staple, but these came out perfectly tender and caramelized. They’re great for topping burgers or just as a side. I’ve started keeping a batch in the fridge to toss into everything!
Beth Pierce
Sounds like a great plan, Amy!
Ben
Aww yeah. I live in Chicago, so of course I added Itlalian sausage to mine. It made a great beef and pepper sandwich.
Beth Pierce
So glad that you liked them!
Terri
I made these to go on my steak sandwiches last night. Next time, I’m adding sausage to it.
Beth Pierce
Great idea, Terri!