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!
- 01 Apr 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
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.
Ingredients:
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 Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 70 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 20kcal | 1% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.64g | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 4.39g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.90g | 2% |
| Sugar 3.04g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 10g | 12% |
| Saturated 1.42g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 33ug | 4% |
| Choline 3.97mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 0.40mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.13mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B9 13ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 40mg | 43% |
| Vitamin E 0.39mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K 3.75ug | 3% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 7mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.04mg | 4% |
| Iron, Fe 0.28mg | 3% |
| Magnesium, Mg 8mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 18mg | 1% |
| Potassium, K 140mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 0.42ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 12mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.12mg | 1% |
| Water | |
| Water 50g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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