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Zesty Tunisian Grilled Pepper Salad

Name: Zesty Tunisian Grilled Pepper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: Red bell peppers, 2 large; Yellow bell peppers, 2 large; Green bell peppers, 2 large; Olive oil, 1 tablespoon; Extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons; Red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon; Garlic cloves, 2, minced; Ground cumin, ½ teaspoon; Salt and pepper, To taste; Fresh parsley, ¼ cup, chopped; Fresh mint leaves, ¼ cup, chopped; Feta cheese, ¼ cup, crumbled; Toasted pine nuts, 2 tablespoons

This grilled pepper salad brings together the sweetness of bell peppers with a tangy garlic and olive oil vinaigrette, topped with fresh herbs for a refreshing side dish.

4.9(188 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 13, 2026

Zesty Tunisian Grilled Pepper Salad — Salad served and photographed from above

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Grilled Peppers

For the Vinaigrette

For the Herb Garnish

Optional Additions

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 249 kcal
Protein: 4.75 g
Carbs: 19 g
Fat: 18.75 g
Fiber: 5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 996 kcal
Protein: 19 g
Carbs: 76 g
Fat: 75 g
Fiber: 20 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Red bell peppers 2 large	100	4	24	0	6
Yellow bell peppers 2 large	100	4	24	0	6
Green bell peppers 2 large	80	4	20	0	6
Olive oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
Extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons	360	0	0	42	0
Red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon	3	0	0	0	0
Garlic cloves 2, minced	10	0	2	0	0
Ground cumin ½ teaspoon	4	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley ¼ cup, chopped	4	0	1	0	0
Fresh mint leaves ¼ cup, chopped	5	0	1	0	1
Feta cheese ¼ cup, crumbled	100	5	1	8	0
Toasted pine nuts 2 tablespoons	110	2	2	11	1

These are estimated nutrition values and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Peppers

1
Rinse and Dry the Peppers
Rinse and dry the peppers.
2
Cut and Drizzle
Cut them in half and remove seeds and membranes, then drizzle with olive oil.
3
Marinate
Allow to marinate for 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
Tip: Ensure peppers are dry before grilling to prevent steaming.

Preparing the Vinaigrette

1
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and ground cumin.
2
Season
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Rest
Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
Tip: Prepare vinaigrette a day ahead for deeper flavor infusion.

How to Make Zesty Tunisian Grilled Pepper Salad

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Peppers
Grill peppers on medium-high heat, turning until skin is blackened and blistered, about 10 minutes.
2
Peeling the Peppers
Once grilled, place them in a bowl and cover with a plate to let steam. After 10 minutes, peel and discard charred skins.
3
Slicing the Peppers
Slice peeled peppers into strips and arrange on a serving platter.