Mediterranean Diet Pickled Red Peppers

Brighten your meals with these tangy, flavor-packed Mediterranean Diet Pickled Red Peppers! This easy-to-make recipe combines the smoky sweetness of charred red bell peppers with a vibrant pickling brine infused with white wine vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and Mediterranean staples like dried oregano and thyme. Perfect for meal prep, these pickled peppers are ready after just 24 hours in the fridge and can be enjoyed as a zesty topping for salads, sandwiches, and grain bowls or served as a delicious antipasto. With its simple ingredients, bold flavors, and healthy Mediterranean-inspired touch, this recipe is a must-try addition to your pantry staples.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large red bell peppers
• 1.5 cups white wine vinegar
• 1.25 cups water
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic cloves
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by rinsing the red bell peppers under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

2. Char the peppers over a gas flame or under a broiler, turning occasionally until they are blackened all over.

Step 3

3. Place the charred peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let them steam for about 15 minutes; this makes peeling easier.

Step 4

4. Once steamed, carefully peel off the skins and remove the stems and seeds from the peppers. Slice them into strips about 1/2-inch wide.

Step 5

5. In a large saucepan, combine the white wine vinegar, water, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, bay leaves, black peppercorns, sea salt, and sugar.

Step 6

6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring to ensure the salt and sugar dissolve completely.

Step 7

7. Reduce the heat to low and add the sliced red peppers to the saucepan.

Step 8

8. Simmer the peppers in the pickling liquid for about 10 minutes, ensuring they are well coated and infused with the flavors.

Step 9

9. Turn off the heat, add the dried oregano and dried thyme, and stir to combine.

Step 10

10. Let the mixture cool slightly before transferring the peppers and liquid into sterilized jars, making sure the peppers are fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 11

11. Seal the jars tightly and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating.

Step 12

12. Allow the peppers to pickle in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before enjoying to let the flavors meld. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1482.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	627.2

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7020.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.0g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153.3mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1964.0mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 46.1%