Best 11 Red Bell Pepper And Cheddar Cheese Salad Recipes

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Are you seeking a burst of vibrant colors and flavors to spice up your salad routine? Look no further than the tantalizing blend of red bell peppers and sharp cheddar cheese. This dynamic duo creates a symphony of sweet, savory, and tangy notes that will dance on your palate. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the most delectable recipes that harness the magic of these two ingredients, transforming your salad from ordinary to extraordinary.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

EASY RED BELL PEPPER AND FETA SALAD



Easy Red Bell Pepper and Feta Salad image

This delicious summer salad is made with fresh red bell peppers and creamy feta. Great with a slice of crispy bread. You can also use a mix of bell peppers.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 red bell peppers, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 onion, finely chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch white sugar

Steps:

  • Combine bell peppers, feta cheese, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, garlic, salt, pepper, and sugar in a small lidded jar and shake vigorously to combine. Pour over salad and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 50.5 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 715.6 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

HAM AND BELL PEPPER PASTA SALAD



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Stir ham, onion and bell pepper into pasta with a rich sour cream-and-chive dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni
1 cup diced ham
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 bell peppers, preferably 1 red and 1 yellow, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, parsley, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the ham, onion and bell peppers to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

RED BELL PEPPER AND CHEDDAR CHEESE SALAD



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Food Processor     Cheese     Bake     Cocktail Party     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cheddar     Bell Pepper     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 small onion, quartered
3 large garlic cloves, peeled
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 large red bell peppers
1 1/2 cups packed grated sharp Tillamook cheddar cheese or other sharp cheddar
Dash cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Place onion and garlic in small baking dish. Drizzle with oil. Bake until soft, stirring occasionally, about 50 minutes. Cool.
  • Meanwhile, char peppers over gas flame or under broiler until blackened on all sides. Cool 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers; pat dry. Place all ingredients except chives in processor. Puree until almost smooth. Transfer to bowl. Stir in chives. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.)

BELL PEPPER SALAD



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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.

CHEDDAR CHEESE AND RED BELL PEPPER STRATA



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Categories     Egg     Pepper     Brunch     Bake     Vegetarian     Cheddar     Winter     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 medium-size red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup chopped green onions
5 slices white bread
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups whole milk
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper to skillet and sauté until just tender, about 4 minutes. Mix in green onions; sauté 1 minute longer. Remove from heat.
  • Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons butter thinly on bread. Cut bread into 1/2-inch pieces. Layer half of bread in 8 x 8 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Cover with half of cheese, then half of bell pepper mixture. Repeat layering with bread, cheese and bell pepper mixture. Beat milk, eggs, Dijon mustard, dry mustard, salt and pepper in medium bowl to blend. Pour over strata.
  • Bake strata until lightly browned on top and set in center, about 45 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes; cut into squares.

CHEDDAR AND MACARONI SALAD



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This is a good make-ahead side dish for a summer dinner.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup macaroni
¾ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup frozen green peas, thawed
⅓ cup chopped onion
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 ½ tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until done. Drain. Rinse macaroni under cold water, and drain again.
  • Combine pasta with cheese, vegetables, mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and pickle relish. Chill for at least 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 213.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

VEGETABLE CHEESE SALAD



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Here's a satisfying salad that's garden-fresh. It stars three delicious cheeses and refreshing vegetables like crisp cucumber, bell peppers and juicy tomatoes. This unique summer salad makes a nice light lunch or super side dish. -Shary Geidner, Clear Lake, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 cups shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack and/or mozzarella cheese
1 medium cucumber, chopped
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon sugar
Lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cheeses, cucumber, tomato, onion and peppers. In a small bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon and lime juice, garlic, mustard and seasonings; mix well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill for 1 hour. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ROASTED BELL PEPPERS AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Roasted Bell Peppers and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by strawberrybird

Categories     Peppers

Time 20m

Yield 8 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 bell peppers
8 ounces mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Put the oven on broil.
  • Clean and slice the bell pepper into four quarters. Remove the seeds and white part.
  • Brush with olive oil.
  • Top each slice with 1/2 ounce of mozzarella cheese.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is browned and bubbly.

RED PEPPER CHEDDAR DIP



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Another magazine find. Hope you enjoy!!!! The recipe calls for Tabasco sauce, but you can use your favorite. It is also recommended that you either use the thick slice bacon or either double the amount of bacon if you are using the thin slice. Cook time is mostly "chill" time. one of those dips that gets better as it sits.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h5m

Yield 2 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, diced
2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
2 slices bacon, diced
1/2 cup scallion, sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients, excepts the bacon and scallions in a food processor until fairly smooth.
  • Saute the bacon until crispy and drain.
  • Reserve some of the bacon to use as a garnish, the stir the rest into the the cheese mixture.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Just before serving, garnish with remaining bacon and scallions.
  • Serve with favorite bread sticks, veggies, toasted baguettes, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.1, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 47.5, Sodium 372.4, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 6.4

ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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I created this colorful salad for a 4-H project and took it all the way to the state competition, where I won first place! I'd love to have my own Italian restaurant someday.-Seth Murdoch, Red Rock, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 each large sweet yellow, red and green peppers
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon each minced fresh oregano, rosemary, basil and parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 carton (8 ounces) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
5 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Broil peppers 4 in. from the heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. With tongs, rotate peppers a quarter turn. Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened. Immediately place peppers in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 20 minutes., Peel off and discard charred skin. Remove stems and seeds. Cut peppers into thin strips; place in a large bowl. Add onion., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, herbs, garlic, garlic powder, cayenne, pepper and salt; pour over pepper mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours., Before serving, allow peppers to come to room temperature. Place on a serving plate; top with tomatoes, cheese and basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MEXICALI CHEDDAR BEAN SALAD



Mexicali Cheddar Bean Salad image

Three kinds of beans, cubes of sharp cheddar, red pepper, green onions, salsa and lime juice lend south-of-the-border flavor to this hearty salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Beans

Time 3h15m

Yield Makes 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (16 oz.) black beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (16 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (16 oz.) navy or great Northern beans, rinsed, drained
6 oz. KRAFT 2% Milk Cheddar Cheese, cubed
1 small red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 Tbsp. lime juice
12 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients except lettuce in large bowl. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.
  • Serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use ripe red bell peppers. For a more tart salad, use unripe green bell peppers.
  • To make the salad more colorful, add other vegetables such as diced cucumber, shredded carrots, or chopped celery.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a sharp cheddar cheese. A mild cheddar cheese will also work, but it will not have as much flavor.
  • If you are using a pre-shredded cheddar cheese, make sure to rinse it well before using it. This will remove any excess starch that can make the salad gummy.
  • For a creamy salad, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. The salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Red bell pepper and cheddar cheese salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover bell peppers and cheddar cheese. The salad is also a good source of vitamins A and C, and it is a good source of fiber. If you are looking for a healthy and tasty salad, red bell pepper and cheddar cheese salad is a great option.

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