🌶️ Roast Peppers with Feta Cheese and Olives Recipe 🌿
Indulge your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of our Roast Peppers with Feta Cheese and Olives recipe, a delightful blend of mixed sweet peppers, black olives, capers, fresh parsley, basil, scallions, garlic, and the creamy goodness of Feta cheese. This dish, perfect for those seeking a low-protein, low-cholesterol, and healthy option, is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare.
Ingredients:
- 2 mixed red and green sweet peppers
- 1/3 cup black olives
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons basil, thinly sliced
- 1 scallion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 143.1
- Fat: 10.7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 11.1mg
- Sodium: 293.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.6g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 3.5g
Instructions:
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🌶️ Roasting the Peppers:
- Place the mixed red and green sweet peppers on a baking tin under the broiler, positioning them about 2 inches from the heat source.
- Roast the peppers, turning them as the skins blacken until charred on all sides. This should take approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
- Peel the roasted peppers under cold running water to remove the charred skin.
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🌿 Preparation:
- After peeling, remove the stems and seeds from the roasted peppers, then cut them into 1 1/2-inch wide strips.
- Place the strips in a colander to drain excess liquid.
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🥗 Marinating the Peppers:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained peppers with black olives, capers, finely chopped fresh parsley, sliced basil, chopped scallions, and peeled garlic cloves.
- Drizzle olive oil and wine vinegar over the mixture.
- Allow the ingredients to marinate for several hours, letting the flavors meld and intensify.
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🧀 Adding the Feta Cheese:
- Before serving, remove the garlic cloves from the marinated mixture.
- Gently fold in the crumbled Feta cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed to complement the savory and tangy notes of the dish.
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🍽️ Serving Suggestion:
- Serve the Roast Peppers with Feta Cheese and Olives on a platter, allowing the vibrant colors and textures to entice your guests.
- Pair it with crusty bread or as a side to your favorite grilled protein for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
This culinary masterpiece not only caters to your taste buds but also provides a visual feast, making it an excellent addition to your repertoire of recipes. Embrace the simplicity of preparation and the complexity of flavors as you embark on a culinary journey with this Roast Peppers with Feta Cheese and Olives recipe. Enjoy the symphony of tastes that this dish brings to your table! 🍽️🌶️🧀
