Dairy-Free Piperade
Experience a burst of bold Mediterranean flavors with this Dairy-Free Piperade, a vibrant vegetable stew perfect for any meal. This recipe showcases a colorful medley of bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, and onions, simmered with aromatic garlic, fresh herbs like thyme and parsley, and a touch of optional cayenne for a subtle kick. Completely dairy-free, this versatile dish is ideal for vegan and vegetarian diets, and its straightforward cooking technique allows you to create a wholesome, healthy meal in under an hour. Whether served warm on its own, paired with crusty bread, or alongside a protein, this Piperade is a hearty, crowd-pleasing recipe packed with nutrients and irresistible taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 pinch optional pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, salt, and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Stir in the fresh thyme, parsley, and a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the piperade warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2415 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
