Zesty Mini Bell Pepper Salad Recipe
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Zesty Mini Bell Pepper Salad Recipe
Description
This salad highlights thin strips of multi-colored mini sweet bell peppers, which give a crisp and juicy base. Complemented by thinly sliced medium sweet or purple onions, the mixture is brightened with chopped fresh dill, adding an herbal note. The dressing, made by whisking white vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, garlic salt, and a pinch of black pepper, adds acidity while seasoning the vegetables without overpowering their natural flavors.
The preparation focuses on maintaining the vegetables' crunch and freshness, with the dipping of the peppers and onions in the vinegar and oil mixture. The garlic salt adds subtle savory depth, balancing the acidity and sweetness. The salad can be served right away for a crisp texture or refrigerated to allow the flavors to meld and soften slightly, enhancing the overall experience.
It's suitable as a bright accompaniment to richer dishes or as a light appetizer. The use of fresh dill introduces a distinctive herbal character uncommon in some bell pepper salads, setting it apart in flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb bell pepper sweet, multi-colored, mini
- 1/2 onion thinly sliced, medium sweet or purple
- 2 Tbsp dill chopped, fresh
- 2 1/2 Tbsp white vinegar I preferred the vinegar, or fresh lemon juice
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic salt or to taste
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Remove the tops and seeds from bell peppers, then cut them in half lengthwise and cut into thin strips. It was quicker to stack two bell peppers and cut two halves at a time. Transfer sliced bell peppers to a large mixing bowl.
- Thinly slice onion and add it to the bowl along with chopped fresh dill.
- Combine 2 1/2 Tbsp vinegar with 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic salt and a pinch of pepper. Whisk the dressing together with a fork. Pour dressing over salad ingredients and stir well to combine. Add more garlic salt to taste if desired. You can serve the salad right away or refrigerate until ready to serve. It even tastes great after being refrigerated overnight!
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