Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring roasted red peppers, fresh arugula, crumbled feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium red bell peppers
- 4 cups of fresh arugula
- 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and roast the red bell peppers for 25-30 minutes until charred.
- While the peppers are roasting, wash and dry the arugula, then place it in a large salad bowl.
- Once the peppers are cool, peel off the skin, remove seeds and stems, and slice them into strips.
- Combine the roasted pepper strips, crumbled feta, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion in the salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the salad and toss gently before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
- For added flavor, consider including optional ingredients like olives, nuts, or herbs.
- Ensure the arugula is fresh for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: roasted red pepper salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean salad, arugula salad