Name: Quick & Easy Bell Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Bell Peppers (sliced; use a mix of colors (red, orange) for visual appeal and varied sweetness., yellow); 1/4 tsp Pepper (crushed, black); 2 tsp Lemon Juice; 1.5 tsp Salt (or to taste); 1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Mustard Oil; 1 tsp Sesame Seeds (roasted)

Quick & Easy Bell Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe

Tanu Nigam

UpdatedJuly, 2025

15 minutes

811 reads

4.41 from 5 votes

Indian

About Quick & Easy Bell Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe

This vibrant bell pepper stir-fry is a quick and healthy recipe perfect for a satisfying snack or light meal. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, it's ready in under 10 minutes! The combination of sweet bell peppers, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant spices creates a burst of flavor that's both refreshing and comforting.

I often enjoy this stir-fry alongside moong dal chilla, paper dosa, or roti for a complete and wholesome meal. It's a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet and it's incredibly versatile – feel free to adjust the spices to your liking!

Ready to brighten your day with a delicious and nutritious meal? Let's get cooking!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook5

Total15

Calories21 kcal

Serves

Served AsBreakfast Brunch Snacks

Recipe TasteCrunchy Salty Sour Spicy Tangy

Ingredients

Bell Peppers

▢ 1 cup Bell Peppers sliced; use a mix of colors (red, orange) for visual appeal and varied sweetness., yellow

Spices & Seasoning

▢ 1/4 tsp Pepper crushed, black
▢ 2 tsp Lemon Juice
▢ 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
▢ 1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds

Oil & Garnish

▢ 1 tsp Mustard Oil
▢ 1 tsp Sesame Seeds roasted

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

Chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.

Heat the Oil and Sauté Seeds

Heat the mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot (it should shimmer slightly), add the cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter for about 15 seconds.

Stir-fry the Bell Peppers

Add the bell peppers to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add the crushed black pepper and salt.

Add Lemon Juice and Finish

Pour in the lemon juice and stir to combine. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender-crisp.

Garnish and Serve

Remove from heat and sprinkle with roasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Best Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

Choose vibrant bell peppers: The brighter the color, the sweeter the pepper. A mix of colors adds visual appeal and flavor depth.
Don't overcook: Overcooked bell peppers become mushy. Aim for tender-crisp vegetables.
Adjust seasonings to your taste: Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat or a dash of soy sauce for extra umami.
Serve it up!: This stir-fry is delicious on its own or as a side dish. It pairs perfectly with Indian flatbreads like roti or dosa, or even as a topping for rice.