Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Roasted Red Pepper Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that is bursting with freshness. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this recipe is easy to make and incredibly flavorful.
Ingredients
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Roasted Red Pepper Salad:
- 4 large red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F.
- Roast the peppers: Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes until charred.
- Steam and slice: Remove the peppers, steam, peel, deseed, and slice them.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Combine ingredients: Toss the peppers in the dressing, add herbs, feta, and capers if desired.
- Chill and serve: Chill for 15 minutes before serving or serve at room temperature.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, roast the peppers over an open flame instead of in the oven.
- Substitute balsamic vinegar for a sweeter taste.
- Serve as a side dish, on crostini, or over greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
