Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Harissa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Harissa
45 min.
6
181kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Harissa! This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of health, making it the perfect addition to any meal. With its rich, smoky roasted red peppers, sweet raisins, and crunchy toasted walnuts, this salad offers a delightful contrast of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

What sets this salad apart is the bold kick of harissa, a spicy North African condiment that elevates the dish to new heights. Combined with the zesty freshness of lemon juice and the smooth richness of olive oil, the dressing perfectly complements the roasted peppers, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Plus, this recipe is incredibly versatile—whether you serve it as a side dish, an antipasti platter, or a light snack, it’s sure to impress your guests.

Not only is this salad a treat for your palate, but it’s also packed with health benefits. Being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences while providing a nutritious option that’s low in calories. Ready in just 45 minutes, this Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Harissa is a quick and easy way to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 teaspoons harissa (spicy North African condiment)
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup raisins 
  • lb bell pepper red
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt fine
  • 0.3 cup walnut pieces toasted finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap
  • broiler
  • tongs
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Arrange peppers on a broiler pan and broil peppers about 2 inches from heat, turning occasionally with tongs, until skins are blackened, 20 to 30 minutes.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap, then let stand 20 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel peppers, discarding stems and seeds, and quarter each lengthwise.
  4. While peppers are broiling, soak raisins in 1 cup hot water 15 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
  5. Whisk together lemon juice, harissa, and sea salt, then whisk in oil until combined well.
  6. Toss peppers with dressing and sprinkle with raisins and walnuts.
  7. *Available at Kalustyan's (800-352-3451).
  8. Roasted peppers can be tossed with dressing 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before proceeding.

Nutrition Facts

Calories181kcal
Protein5.48%
Fat63.34%
Carbs31.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.47
Glycemic Load
4.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.887825971064%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.18mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.93mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.05kcal
9.05%
Fat:13.74g
21.13%
Saturated Fat:1.74g
10.89%
Carbohydrates:15.21g
5.07%
Net Carbohydrates:11.16g
4.06%
Sugar:6.75g
7.5%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:215.84mg
9.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.68g
5.35%
Vitamin C:195.56mg
237.04%
Vitamin A:4742.6IU
94.85%
Vitamin E:3.76mg
25.04%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.48%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.42%
Folate:76.95µg
19.24%
Fiber:4.06g
16.23%
Vitamin K:13.06µg
12.43%
Potassium:405.38mg
11.58%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.86%
Vitamin B3:1.64mg
8.2%
Magnesium:30.58mg
7.65%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.49%
Copper:0.15mg
7.47%
Phosphorus:67.17mg
6.72%
Iron:1.06mg
5.88%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.24%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.96%
Calcium:19.29mg
1.93%
Source:Epicurious