Vegan Piperade

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this vibrant Vegan Piperade, a flavorful twist on the classic Basque dish. Bursting with sweet bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like thyme and parsley, this one-pan recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Sautéed onions and garlic create a rich base, while a hint of paprika adds a smoky depth to the hearty vegetable medley. Perfect as a main dish served alongside crusty bread, or as a versatile side dish with rice or pasta, this vegan version of Piperade is a comforting, wholesome meal that’s ready in under an hour. Simple, satisfying, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier, plant-based dinner option.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 large, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
• 1 large, thinly sliced Green bell pepper
• 4 large, peeled and chopped Tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon, chopped Fresh thyme
• 1 Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are softened.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes, paprika, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, and the bay leaf.

Step 6

Lower the heat and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down and the peppers are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf from the skillet.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side with rice or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	525.7

Total Fat 31.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1226.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 10.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 148.3mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2307.9mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 41.6%