The Ultimate Roasted Pepper Salad Recipe

Don’t throw away those aging bell peppers in your fridge! We all know that frustrating moment when vegetables start losing their freshness. However, this is exactly the perfect time to make a rich homemade roasted pepper salad.

I know that we don’t always have the energy to cook complex meals. Therefore, I usually just roast them and pop them straight into the freezer for hectic days. But this time, I decided to invest just a few extra minutes in the kitchen. The result paid off big time with a vibrant, delicious dish. It tastes amazing, especially when piled high on a good slice of bread!

Why You Should Make This Roasted Pepper Salad

This recipe is the perfect solution for reducing food waste. Moreover, the combination of flavors creates an absolute celebration in your mouth. You get sweet deeply-roasted peppers, sharp garlic, tangy lemon, and fresh cilantro.

This roasted pepper salad is also incredibly versatile. For instance, it can serve as an indulgent side dish for Friday night dinner. It is also a fantastic upgrade for your weekday sandwiches. Additionally, it acts as a great light snack alongside cheeses. It keeps beautifully in the fridge and actually tastes even better the next day.

 

Ingredients

• 2 red bell peppers and 1 orange bell pepper (that’s just what I happened to have, but any color combination works!)

• 2–3 garlic cloves, cut into thin slices

• 21​ bunch of fresh cilantro, finely chopped

• Juice of 1 freshly squeezed lemon

• 1 tbsp vinegar

• 2 tbsp high-quality olive oil

• Salt to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Roast the peppers: Place the peppers on a baking sheet on the highest rack of the oven. Turn on the broiler setting at 200°C (400°F). Keep a close eye on them and turn them as needed until they are well-roasted and charred on all sides.

2. The easy peel trick: Transfer the hot peppers straight into a pot and close the lid immediately (the trapped steam will work its magic). Once they cool down, you will see that the skin peels off with incredible ease.

3. Slice them up: Clean the peppers thoroughly by removing the inner seeds, and slice them into long strips or cubes—whatever works best for your presentation. Transfer them to a bowl.

4. Season and toss: Add the sliced garlic, chopped cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and salt to the bowl. Mix well so all the rich flavors absorb beautifully.

And that’s it! You have a healthy, vibrant, and completely addictive homemade roasted pepper salad. Enjoy your meal!

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