Roasted Pepper Salad

Serves: 3

Jailyn Upton

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

55

Spice

45

Sweetness

38

Sourness

36

mins

Prep time (avg)

6.1

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1

Salt

Directions:

1

Lay peppers on their sides on racks of gas burners and turn flames on moderately high

2

Roast, turning frequently with tongs, until skins are blackened, 5 to 8 minutes

3

(Or broil on rack of a broiler pan about 4 inches from heat, turning frequently, 15 to 20 minutes

4

) Transfer to a bowl, then cover, and let steam 10 minutes

5

Alternatively, place peppers in re-sealable plastic bags to steam

6

Peel peppers over bowl (to catch any liquid) and discard stems and seeds

7

Cut peppers lengthwise into 1-inch thick strips and add to liquid in bowl with vinegar, thyme, and capers

8

Add salt and pepper, to taste, and toss

9

Divide arugula among 10 plates

10

Top with peppers and drizzle with any remaining dressing

11

Serve at room temperature or chilled

12

Cooks' note: Dressed peppers can be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered;