Best 8 Colorful Pepper Salad Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in a symphony of flavors and colors with our exploration of the best colorful pepper salad recipes. Discover a delightful array of salads featuring vibrant bell peppers in a kaleidoscope of hues, from the sweet and crisp red to the earthy and subtly bitter green. These salads offer a refreshing balance of flavors, textures, and nutrients, making them perfect for a light lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy snack. With a variety of dressings and toppings to choose from, these recipes cater to diverse palates and preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure as we present the most delectable colorful pepper salad recipes, guaranteed to tantalize your senses and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COLORFUL PEPPER SALAD



Colorful Pepper Salad image

Honey adds a sweet touch to this combination of colorful peppers from Christa Boylston of Shelby, North Carolina. "I've made it a number of times for small dinner parties," Christa shares. "Everyone I've served this salad to comments on how pretty and flavorful it is."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 each large sweet green, red and yellow peppers, thinly sliced
18 cherry tomatoes, halved
DRESSING:
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine peppers and tomatoes. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

BELL PEPPER SALAD



Bell Pepper Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 2 smashed garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, 30 seconds. Add 3 sliced red, yellow and/or orange bell peppers and cook until just warmed through. Toss with the juice of 1/2 lemon, some chopped parsley, and salt and pepper.

SUMMER PEPPER SALAD



Summer Pepper Salad image

This is a great salad for the summer heat. It is light and very quick to make. And even my kids like it. Serve with French bread for a great combination.

Provided by barbzal

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
8 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, parsley, feta cheese, and olive oil. Chill at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 638.6 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SWEET PEPPER SALAD



Sweet Pepper Salad image

This wonderful salad is crisp and colorful with a tangy dressing.-Lu Ann Kessi, Eddyville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium green peppers, thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the peppers, onion and lemon zest. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinegar, oil, sugar, basil, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

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NUTRIENT-PACKED COLORFUL SUPER SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Nutrient-Packed Colorful Super Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Boring salads no more! This colorful super salad is the perfect way to start the new year off with a bang. Carrot, broccoli, kale, cabbage, red bell pepper, and creamy avocado are just a few of the many ingredients that pack in tons of various vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to boost your health, AND they taste delicious! Crazy! This dish will be your new staple recipe to get tons of nutrients in one meal.

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons wole grain mustard
2 tablespoons organic maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon sesame seed, toasted
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 cups lacinato kale, thinly sliced
2 large carrots, peeled and grated
2 cups broccoli floret
2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
1 cup walnut, chopped
½ cup fresh parlsey, chopped

Steps:

  • In a liquid measuring cup, combine the mustard, maple syrup, ginger, garlic, sesame seeds, cayenne, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk until fully incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add the kale, carrots, red cabbage, broccoli, red cabbage, bell pepper, avocado, walnuts, and parsley to a large serving bowl.
  • Pour desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
  • Garnish with more toasted sesame seeds
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 10 grams

TRI COLORED PEPPER SALAD W/ VINAIGRETTE DRESSING



Tri Colored Pepper Salad W/ Vinaigrette Dressing image

We have a virtual farmers market here in Western Pennsylvania where you can go on line and order all kinds of fresh fruits and vegetables and they deliver to my work place. I got a three packet of stop light sweet peppers and created this salad to take to a pot luck dinner. By the way stop light peppers are red, green and yellow

Provided by School Chef

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 1/4 cup, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
2 quarts water
1 tablespoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring salted water to a boil.
  • Removed seeds and ribs from the pepper.
  • Cut peppers into stips about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Place peppers in boiling water and blanch for 4 minutes.
  • Drain peppers from water and place into an ice water bath to chill quickly and stop the cooking process.
  • Prepare dressing:.
  • In a processor blend mustard, seasonings and sugar.
  • Start blending on slow speed.
  • Stream in oil about 1/4 cup at a time alternating with the vinegar until all is used.
  • Adjust seasonings if more salt or pper is needed to suit your taste.
  • Set aside.
  • Layer peppers on a platter alternating the colors.
  • Pour dressing over peppers.
  • Top with fresh herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.2, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 2088.2, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.7

COLORFUL CUCUMBER AND PEPPER SALAD



Colorful Cucumber and Pepper Salad image

We weren't going for all the colors of the rainbow with this cucumber-pepper salad-but we came close!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large cucumbers, seeded, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 each red and yellow pepper, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing
1/3 cup chopped drained canned artichoke hearts
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

COLORFUL AND EASY POTATO SALAD



Colorful and Easy Potato Salad image

The use of the microwave to cook the potatoes is not only speedy but saves energy. This was my experiment, and we liked it a lot. Serve warm or chilled.

Provided by ROSEP47

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 39m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 potatoes, peeled and cubed
½ cup bottled Caesar salad dressing
2 carrots, coarsely grated
6 green onions, sliced
1 Hatch chile pepper, seeded and diced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, until tender, about 9 minutes. Drain any liquid that may have accumulated.
  • Mix Caesar dressing, carrots, green onions, Hatch chile pepper, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.7 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 436 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Use a variety of colorful bell peppers for a vibrant salad. Look for firm, blemish-free peppers with bright colors.
  • Cut the peppers evenly: Cut the peppers into evenly sized pieces so that they cook evenly. This will also help them absorb the marinade more evenly.
  • Marinate the peppers: Marinating the peppers in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, and herbs helps to infuse them with flavor. You can also add spices or other seasonings to the marinade to taste.
  • Roast the peppers: Roasting the peppers brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly. You can roast the peppers in the oven or on a grill.
  • Assemble the salad: Once the peppers are roasted, combine them with other salad ingredients such as arugula, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Drizzle with a vinaigrette dressing and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Colorful pepper salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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