Tomato, capsicum and chilli salad
Enjoy a burst of vibrant flavors with this Tomato, Capsicum, and Chilli Salad! Featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp red pepper, spicy chili peppers, tangy mustard vinaigrette, and fresh spearmint, it's a refreshing and zesty dish perfect for any occasion. Ready in minutes and sure to delight your taste buds!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1 red pepper1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp vinegar
2 tsp honey
1 tsp mustard
2 red hot chili peppers
1/2 red onion
1 tbsp spearmint
This vibrant Tomato, Capsicum, and Chilli Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Combining the sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the crispness of red pepper, and the heat from chili peppers, this salad is elevated with a tangy dressing and fresh spearmint. It's an ideal side dish or can be enjoyed on its own for a light, healthy meal.
Instructions:
- Cut the red pepper into thin strips or small bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Finely chop the red onion.
- Slice the red hot chili peppers into thin rings. You may want to remove the seeds for less heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, honey, and mustard.
- Whisk together until the mixture is well emulsified.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the red pepper, cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced chili peppers.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure all the ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh spearmint over the salad.
- Toss again lightly to distribute the spearmint evenly.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the salad as a fresh and spicy side dish to your preferred main course.
Tips:
- For an additional layer of flavor, consider roasting the red pepper before adding it to the salad.
- If you prefer a milder heat, remove the seeds from the chili peppers before slicing them.
- Ensure that the cherry tomatoes are ripe for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
- You can substitute apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for a different acidic twist in the dressing.
- Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes after mixing to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy this zesty Tomato, Capsicum, and Chilli Salad as a colorful addition to your meal. The balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, complemented by the freshness of spearmint, will leave your taste buds delighted. This easy-to-make salad will surely become a go-to recipe in your culinary repertoire.
Nutrition per serving
6 ServingsCalories 20kcal
Protein 0.64g
Carbohydrates 4.39g
Fiber 0.90g
Sugar 3.04g
Fat 10g
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