Grilled Mediterranean Peppers

Grilled Mediterranean Peppers is a vibrant, flavourful dish featuring sweet roasted red peppers filled with a mix of multicoloured cherry tomatoes, garlic, shallots, and fresh basil. The grilling process enhances the natural sweetness of the ingredients, while a drizzle of olive oil and freshly ground black pepper add richness and a touch of spice. These are perfect as a light meal or appetiser.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings Portions

Ingredients

3 large red peppers
450 g cherry tomatoes mixed e. g. gold, yellow and red, halved
1 large shallot finely chopped
4 cloves garlic finely sliced
2 tbsp basil leaves finely chopped, plus extra to garnish
2 tsp olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the grill to hot. Place a wire rack on a rimmed baking tray.
Cut the peppers in half and scoop out the white ribs and seeds, discarding them.
3 large red peppers
Mix the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped shallot, sliced garlic, chopped basil and olive oil in a mixing bowl. Season to taste with some freshly ground black pepper.
450 g cherry tomatoes, 1 large shallot, 4 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp basil leaves, 2 tsp olive oil, Freshly ground black pepper
Divide the tomato salad between the pepper halves, arranging them on the wire rack on the tray.
Grill for about 4-5 minutes until the peppers are lightly charred at the edges.
Remove from the grill and let stand briefly before serving on a platter with a garnish of basil leaves.

Notes

Recipe tips

Spice this dish by adding half a finely chopped chilli to the tomato mix.

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