Mediterranean Diet Oven-Roasted Capsicum
Bring bold, sun-kissed flavors to your table with this Mediterranean Diet Oven-Roasted Capsicum recipe—a vibrant, healthy side dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring a colorful medley of sweet red and yellow bell peppers, this dish is seasoned with olive oil, fresh thyme, minced garlic, and a touch of balsamic vinegar for a subtle tang. Oven-roasting intensifies the natural sweetness of the peppers and adds a hint of smokiness, while fresh basil leaves bring a fragrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for Mediterranean meal planning or pairing with grilled proteins and wholesome grains. Rich in antioxidants and bursting with flavor, it's a true standout for healthy eating enthusiasts. Keywords: Mediterranean diet, roasted capsicum, healthy side dish, oven-roasted vegetables, easy Mediterranean recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Red bell peppers
- 2 large Yellow bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 5 Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the bell peppers under cold water, then cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membranes.
Slice each half into thick strips, about 1 inch wide.
Arrange the pepper strips on a large baking sheet, skin sides down.
Drizzle olive oil over the peppers and then toss them gently to coat them evenly.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then sprinkle them over the peppers.
Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the peppers.
Season the bell peppers with sea salt and black pepper.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the peppers for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are slightly charred and the peppers are tender.
Meanwhile, julienne the fresh basil leaves.
Once roasted, remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.
Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with the fresh basil.
Serve warm as a side dish or as part of a larger Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1188 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 403 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2417 mg | 51% | |
*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.
