Mediterranean Roasted Tri Color Bell Pepper Salad Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN MIXED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Broil the pepper halves for about 5 minutes, until the skin has blistered and blackened.
• Pop them into a plastic bag, seal and leave for 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a frying pan and fry the onion for about 5-6 minutes, until softened and translucent.
• Remove from the heat and reserve.
• Take the peppers out of the bag and peel off the skins.
• Discard the pepper skins and slice each pepper half into fairly thin strips.
• Place the peppers, cooked onions, and any oil from the pan in a bowl.
• Add the crushed garlic, pepper, salt; pour in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, add a generous squeeze of lemon juice and season to taste.
• Mix well, cover and marinate for 2-3 hours, stirring the mixture once or twice.
• Just before serving, garnish the pepper salad with chopped fresh parsley.

BELL PEPPER SALAD WITH CAPERS AND OLIVES

Steps:

• Cut peppers in half from top to bottom. Remove stems, seeds and veins, then slice peppers into strips about ⅛-inch wide.
• Make a vinaigrette: Using a mortar and pestle, smash anchovy fillet and garlic into a paste. Transfer to a small bowl, and add red wine vinegar and chopped capers. Stir in olive oil and season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
• Put sliced peppers in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss. Add vinaigrette and toss again. Leave for 10 minutes, then taste again and adjust seasoning. (The salad can sit for 15 to 20 minutes without suffering.)
• Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, whole capers, olives and anchovy fillets. Surround with arugula, if using. Sprinkle with oregano, if using.