Grilled Peppers with Feta

Grilled Peppers with Feta is a vibrant and flavorful dish showcasing sweet, smoky peppers paired with tangy feta cheese, perfect for a vegetarian BBQ. This easy-to-make dish captures the essence of summer grilling and Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green) - 2 large
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh oregano - 1 tablespoon, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and stems.
3. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
4. Brush the cut sides of the peppers with the olive oil mixture.
5. Place the peppers cut side down on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are charred and tender.
6. Remove the peppers from the grill and flip them cut side up.
7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the grilled peppers.
8. Return the peppers to the grill for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the feta and meld the flavors.
9. Remove from the grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers, which support immune health.
• Feta cheese provides protein and calcium, contributing to bone health.

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