Italian Pepper and Fennel Antipasto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Italian Pepper and Fennel Antipasto
in Appetizer

Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 garlic cloves , minced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley , chopped
3 tablespoons chives , chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 fennel bulbs
2 red bell peppers , seeded and cut into strips
1 green bell pepper , seeded and cut into strips
1 red onion , sliced
1 cup garbanzo beans , cooked & drained
1/2 cup olive , pitted , halved ( Greek & Nicoise fine )
3/4 cup feta cheese , crumbled
1 -2 bunch watercress

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
280
Sugar
4g
Fat
22g
Italian Pepper and Fennel Antipasto is a colorful and flavorful appetizer or side dish that incorporates the traditional flavors of Italy. It features sliced fennel, roasted red and green bell peppers, sliced red onion, cooked garbanzo beans, and sliced olives. The dressing is a simple combination of garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, which is whisked together with fresh herbs to create a zesty, tangy flavor that complements the vegetables perfectly. Garnished with crumbled feta cheese and fresh watercress, this antipasto is a healthy and delicious addition to any meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
2.Add the chopped parsley and chives, then whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.
3.Trim the stalks and fronds off the fennel bulbs, and slice them in half lengthwise. Cut out the tough core from each fennel half, and slice the bulbs thinly crosswise.
4.In a large bowl, combine the sliced fennel, red and green bell pepper strips, sliced red onion, cooked garbanzo beans, and sliced olives.
5.Pour the dressing over the vegetables and beans, and toss to coat.
6.Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top, and garnish with the watercress.

PROS

This antipasto is flavorful and packed with healthy, colorful vegetables and beans.
It’s perfect for serving as an appetizer before a meal, or as part of a vegetarian meal in and of itself.

It’s also gluten-free and low in cholesterol.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and sodium due to the olive oil and feta cheese.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Additionally, some people may not enjoy the licorice-like taste of fennel.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This antipasto is packed with a variety of vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, including fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and iron.
Fennel is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and may help to support digestive health.
Garbanzo beans are a good source of plant-based protein and can help to balance blood sugar levels.

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