Spicy Bell Pepper Salad Recipe

Name: Spicy Bell Pepper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds; 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin); 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings; 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings; 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings; 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, separated into rings; 6 3 x 1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only); 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings
1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, separated into rings
6 3 x 1/2-inch strips lemon peel (yellow part only)
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1
Stir caraway seeds in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2
Stir in oil and crushed red pepper.
3
Add all peppers, onion, lemon peel and garlic.
4
Increase heat to medium-high and saute until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 7 minutes.
5
Transfer pepper mixture to large bowl.
6
Mix in dill.
7
Cool.
8
(Can be made 2 hours ahead.
9
Let stand at room temperature.)
10
Remove lemon peel.
11
Mix in lemon juice.
12
Season with salt and pepper and serve.

217

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds, 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin), 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper, 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rings, and more.

Yes, Spicy Bell Pepper Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Spicy Bell Pepper Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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