Fresh Corn & Peppers – A Terrific Summer Side

There is no better side dish in the summer than one that includes fresh corn from the cob.  This dish goes together in no time, is full of flavor, and looks very pretty on the plate.  We paired it with our flank steak recipe, but it would go great with any grilled meat or fish – even burgers and dogs!  Serve it at your next barbecue; everyone will want the recipe!

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Fresh Corn & Peppers

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 3/4 cup red onion diced
• 1 red or orange bell pepper diced
• 1 tsp jalapeño diced
• 6 ears of fresh corn kernels removed (5 if large)
• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1 Tbsp fresh chives  minced
• 1 Tbsp fresh basil minced (you can substitute any herbs you have in your home)

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet.  Cook onions until soft, about 5 minutes.  
• Add pepper and jalapeño and stir for several more minutes.
• Add the butter and allow to melt, then add corn, salt and pepper.
• Stir occasionally until cooked through, about 10 - 15 minutes.
• Top with herbs and serve.