Roasted Red Pepper Salad

This Roasted Red Pepper Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Greek barbecue with its smoky peppers and fresh herbs. Perfectly complemented by a zesty lemon dressing, it's a delightful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Red bell peppers - 2 large
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium
• Red onion - 1 small
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the red bell peppers in half, remove the seeds, and place them cut side down on a baking sheet.
3. Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the skin is blistered and charred.
4. While the peppers are roasting, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
5. Finely chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
7. Once the peppers are roasted, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
8. Peel off the charred skin from the peppers and slice them into strips.
9. In a large bowl, combine the roasted red peppers, chopped cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
10. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently to combine, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from roasted red peppers, which can help protect against chronic diseases.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health and wellness.

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