In their raw form, bell peppers make a perfect dipper or add a satisfying crunch to fresh salads.

Cooked bell peppers are delicious in pretty much any form.

Start by washing peppers and removing stems, seeds, and membranes.

Grilled bell peppers on platter

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Cut peppers into rings or strips.

In a steamer basket, cook peppers for 12 to 15 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Bell Pepper Math:One medium bell pepper equals 1 cup.

Sliced bell peppers in pan

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They can be cooked whole or cut and placed in a grill basket.

Use our easyair-fryer roasted veggierecipe for inspiration.

How to Cook Bell Peppers in the Microwave

Cut peppers into rings or strips.

Steaming sliced bell peppers

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Place peppers in a casserole dish with 2 tablespoons of water.

In a 3-quart rectangular baking dish, arrange peppers in a single layer.

Spoon filling mixture into peppers.

Whole bell peppers on grill

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If desired, replace pepper tops.

Bake covered until peppers are crisp-tender and filling is heated through.

For more tender peppers, increase the baking time to 40 to 45 minutes.

Roasted whole bell peppers

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Sliced bell peppers in air fryer

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Sliced bell peppers on cutting board

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Stuffed bell peppers

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