Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Feta and Herbs
This easy roasted red pepper salad is bursting with Mediterranean flavors. With creamy feta, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, it’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 4 large red bell peppers
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
– 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more for seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Place whole peppers on sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp oil, and roast for 30-40 mins until blistered, turning halfway.
3. Transfer hot peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 15-20 mins.
4. Peel, seed, and slice peppers into strips. Place in a large bowl.
5. Add onion, garlic, remaining oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine.
6. Let marinate for 15 mins. Before serving, fold in feta, parsley, and dill.
Notes
For a shortcut, use two 12-oz jars of roasted red peppers, drained and rinsed. Salad can be made 1 day ahead.
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