Sautéed Peppers, Asparagus and Zucchini

Thyme, garlic and butter add robust flavor to this simple vegetable side dish.

Prep/Cook Time: 20 Minutes Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 large red sweet pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 large yellow sweet pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
• 4 ounces fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1½ teaspoons butter
• ½ teaspoon finely snipped fresh thyme

Directions

1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet peppers; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in zucchini and asparagus. Cook and stir for 6 to 7 minutes or just until asparagus is tender.
2. Stir in garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add butter and thyme, stirring just until combined. Serve immediately.

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