Low Fat Grilled Bell Peppers
Elevate your healthy side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful **Low Fat Grilled Bell Peppers**! This recipe brings together the natural sweetness of red, yellow, and green bell peppers, expertly charred on the grill to unlock smoky, caramelized notes. Lightly coated in olive oil and seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, these peppers are perfectly balanced and low in fat, making them ideal for guilt-free indulgence. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar adds tangy sophistication, while fresh basil leaves provide a refreshing herbal touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these tender, smoky peppers are versatile enough to serve warm alongside grilled meats or chilled as a vibrant addition to salads. Healthy, easy, and bursting with flavor, this dish is a summertime grilling staple you'll crave every season!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Red bell peppers
- 2 medium Yellow bell peppers
- 2 medium Green bell peppers
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 6 leaf Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
Wash and dry the bell peppers. Cut them into quarters, removing seeds and stem.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the bell pepper pieces with olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
Carefully place the bell peppers on the grill, skin side down. Grill for 6-8 minutes, until the skins are charred and the peppers are tender.
Flip the peppers and grill for an additional 5-7 minutes to ensure even cooking, until they are slightly softened and have grill marks.
Transfer the grilled bell peppers to a serving dish. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve warm as a side dish or chilled as a refreshing addition to salads. Enjoy your healthy, low-fat grilled bell peppers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1205 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1620 mg | 34% | |
*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.
