Description
This Roasted Red Pepper Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The roasted peppers are tossed in a zesty dressing and can be customized with feta, capers, or olives. A versatile salad that can be served warm or cold.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 large red bell peppers
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons capers or sliced olives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F or turn on your broiler.
- Roast the peppers: Place whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until charred. Let them steam, then peel, seed, and slice.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss the peppers: Add pepper strips to the dressing, toss, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Finish and serve: Top with parsley, feta, and capers or olives before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be served warm, chilled, or at room temperature.
- Pair with grilled meats, fish, or crusty bread.
- Flavor improves when made ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
