Mediterranean Diet Grilled Bell Peppers

Bring vibrant flavors to your table with these Mediterranean Diet Grilled Bell Peppers, the perfect showcase of simple, healthy ingredients and bold seasonings. This recipe features sweet, smoky bell peppers brushed with a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and basil, then kissed by the flames of a grill for a tender, charred finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, these peppers make a stunning side dish or colorful addition to any Mediterranean-inspired meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, they’re a gluten-free, plant-based option that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this dish pairs effortlessly with grilled fish, chicken, or hearty grains for a wholesome, flavor-packed feast. Perfect for summer BBQs or weeknight dinners, these grilled bell peppers are a must-try for fans of the Mediterranean diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

While the grill is heating, prepare the bell peppers by cutting them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds and membranes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush the bell pepper halves with the olive oil mixture, coating them evenly on all sides.

Step 5

Place the peppers cut side down on the grill. Grill for 5 minutes, then flip and grill for another 5 minutes or until the peppers are tender and have nice grill marks.

Step 6

Remove the peppers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.

Step 7

Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the grilled peppers for garnish.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious side dish or addition to any Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(674.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	564.5

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1198.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 6.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.7mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1380.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 27.5%