Grilled Sweet Peppers and Corn

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Grilled Sweet Peppers and Corn
45 min.
12
271kcal

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If you're searching for a vibrant and flavorful side dish to complement your meals, look no further than these Grilled Sweet Peppers and Corn! Perfect for any gathering, this vegetarian and gluten-free delight brings a burst of color and taste to your table, making it an ideal addition to summer barbecues or holiday feasts.

With their sweet, smoky flavors from the grill, both the bell peppers and corn shine in this recipe. The grilling process enhances the natural sugars found in the vegetables, resulting in a dish that is not only appealing to the eye but also satisfying to the palate. Each bite is a delicious medley of textures and tastes, punctuated by the fresh aroma of finely chopped basil. The addition of unsalted butter brings richness, ensuring that every component is harmoniously balanced.

Whether enjoyed alongside a main course or on their own as a healthy snack, this Grilled Sweet Peppers and Corn dish serves up to 12 people, making it perfect for entertaining guests. Plus, the prep time is just 45 minutes, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy good company while your grill does its magic. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-make yet impressive side dish that captures the essence of warm-weather cooking!

Ingredients

  • large ears corn 
  • 0.8 cup basil fresh finely chopped
  • 12 servings olive oil (for brushing)
  •  bell pepper red
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted ()
  •  bell pepper yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grillpeppers until charred on all sides.
  2. Transferto paper bag; roll top to close tightly.
  3. Letsteam 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers.
  4. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  5. Brush corn with olive oil; sprinkle withsalt and pepper. Grill until charred in spots,turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer to large bowl; cover to keep warm.
  7. Melt butter in heavy large skillet overmedium-high heat.
  8. Add bell pepper strips.Sauté until heated through, stirring often,3 to 5 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup basil. Seasonto taste with salt and pepper. Spoon intocenter of large shallow platter. Arrangecorn around peppers.
  9. Sprinkle remaining 2tablespoons basil over and serve.
  10. If you make the peppersa day ahead, you can skip the grilling andchar them over a gas flame or in the broiler.

Nutrition Facts

Calories271kcal
Protein5.99%
Fat59.89%
Carbs34.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.5
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.318260906831%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.66mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:271.27kcal
13.56%
Fat:19.5g
29.99%
Saturated Fat:4.75g
29.66%
Carbohydrates:25g
8.33%
Net Carbohydrates:21.64g
7.87%
Sugar:8.39g
9.32%
Cholesterol:10.17mg
3.39%
Sodium:19.33mg
0.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.38g
8.77%
Vitamin C:131.12mg
158.94%
Vitamin A:1719.16IU
34.38%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.93%
Folate:74.77µg
18.69%
Vitamin K:17.25µg
16.43%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.21%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.15%
Fiber:3.36g
13.44%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.3%
Vitamin B3:2.66mg
13.28%
Potassium:463.07mg
13.23%
Magnesium:50.26mg
12.56%
Phosphorus:117.26mg
11.73%
Vitamin B5:0.97mg
9.7%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.2%
Iron:1.04mg
5.76%
Copper:0.11mg
5.68%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.51%
Calcium:13.22mg
1.32%
Selenium:0.85µg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious