Roasted Pepper Salad With Capers & Pine Nuts

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Roasted Pepper Salad with Capers & Pine Nuts - Fresh and flavorful salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

10g

Fat

19g

If you're looking for a flavorful and healthful side dish, look no further than this roasted pepper salad! Roasting the peppers not only gives them a wonderful smoky flavor but also makes their skin incredibly easy to peel. Tossed with capers, pine nuts, and a simple vinaigrette, this salad is sure to impress your guests and your taste buds. It's perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, and makes great leftovers if you have any. So fire up the broiler and get roasting!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the broiler to high heat.
2.	Cut the peppers into quarters, discarding the stems, seeds and membranes.
3.	Brush the peppers generously with olive oil, then place them skin side up on a baking sheet lined with foil.
4.	Broil the peppers for 10-15 minutes, or until the skins are charred and the flesh is soft.
5.	Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes.
6.	Once the peppers have cooled, remove the skins and slice the flesh into thin strips.
7.	In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, white wine vinegar, and remaining olive oil until combined.
8.	In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced peppers with the dressing until coated. Add the toasted pine nuts, capers, and shredded basil leaves, if using, and toss again.
9.	Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10.	Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
11.

PROS

This salad is healthy and full of flavor, bursting with the sweetness of the roasted peppers, the tanginess of the capers, and the crunch of the toasted pine nuts.

It is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful side dish for any meal.

CONS

Some people may dislike the texture of the capers or the pine nuts.

Roasting the peppers can also be time-consuming, so this recipe may not be ideal for a busy weeknight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Roasted peppers are high in vitamins A and C, which are both important for maintaining healthy skin and boosting the immune system.
The pine nuts in this recipe add a healthy dose of protein and healthy fats, while also providing important vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.
Capers are also healthful, containing antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

	3 red peppers
	3 yellow peppers
	3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , plus extra for broiling
	1 garlic clove
	1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
	2 tablespoons pine nuts , toasted
	1 -2 tablespoon capers
	6 basil leaves , shredded ( optional )