Ensalada de Pimientos del Piquillo

Ensalada de Pimientos del Piquillo is a vibrant and refreshing Spanish salad that highlights the sweet, smoky flavor of piquillo peppers. This low-carb dish is perfect as a light starter or a healthy side, bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Piquillo peppers - 200 grams, drained
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely sliced
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, combine the drained piquillo peppers, chopped parsley, sliced red onion, and minced garlic.
2. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3. Toss the ingredients gently to combine, ensuring the peppers are coated with the dressing.
4. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from piquillo peppers, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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