Roasted Bell Pepper Salad with Pine Nuts

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
57%
Roasted Bell Pepper Salad with Pine Nuts
45 min.
24
96kcal

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If you're looking for a colorful, flavorful side dish that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds, look no further than this Roasted Bell Pepper Salad with Pine Nuts! This vibrant salad showcases the natural sweetness of three different varieties of bell peppers—orange, red, and yellow—roasted to perfection. The roasting process brings out their rich flavors, while the addition of balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil adds delightful depth and tanginess.

This recipe is not only a feast for the eyes, but it’s also incredibly versatile. Whether served as an antipasto, a starter, or a light snack, it fits beautifully into a variety of meals. Plus, it caters to a range of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and even low FODMAP. With just under 100 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

To elevate the dish further, we sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top, adding a lovely crunch and nutty flavor that perfectly complements the soft, sweet peppers. Whether you're preparing it for a casual family gathering, a summer barbecue, or a sophisticated dinner party, this Roasted Bell Pepper Salad is bound to be a hit. So roll up your sleeves, and let’s bring some warmth and color to your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar ()
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large and orange peppers halved seeded
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts toasted
  • large bell pepper red halved seeded
  • large bell pepper yellow halved seeded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place all bell peppers in large bowl.
  3. Pour 6 tablespoons oil over peppers; toss to coat.
  4. Place peppers, cut side down, on 2 large rimmed baking sheets.
  5. Sprinkle with salt. Roast until peppers are soft and slightly blackened, about 1 hour, reversing sheets after 30 minutes. Cool slightly; peel, if desired.
  6. Cut peppers into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
  7. Transfer to large bowl; add accumulated juices from baking sheets.
  8. Add 3 tablespoons vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; toss gently. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.)
  9. Drain peppers; discard juices.
  10. Transfer peppers to platter. Season with salt, pepper and more vinegar, if desired. Toss gently; sprinkle with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories96kcal
Protein6.46%
Fat60.32%
Carbs33.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.75
Glycemic Load
1.2
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
12.442173909882%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.98mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:95.82kcal
4.79%
Fat:6.93g
10.67%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.28%
Carbohydrates:8.59g
2.86%
Net Carbohydrates:6.35g
2.31%
Sugar:3.84g
4.27%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.82mg
0.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.67g
3.34%
Vitamin C:190.31mg
230.68%
Vitamin A:2661.24IU
53.22%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.82%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.97%
Vitamin E:2.23mg
14.87%
Folate:50.77µg
12.69%
Fiber:2.24g
8.98%
Potassium:290.68mg
8.31%
Vitamin K:8.34µg
7.95%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.7%
Magnesium:22.72mg
5.68%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.16%
Copper:0.1mg
5.07%
Phosphorus:49.03mg
4.9%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.5%
Iron:0.76mg
4.24%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.47%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.11%
Calcium:11.89mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious