How to Make Roasted Bell Peppers with Sunflower Seeds - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roasted bell peppers with sunflower seeds is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish for dinner. The combination of sweet roasted bell peppers and crunchy sunflower seeds creates a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

This simple yet vibrant recipe is a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of bell peppers, while also incorporating the nutty goodness of sunflower seeds. Whether you are a vegeta...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 2 yellow bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 2 red bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup dried rosemary
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sunflower seeds 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
  • Place the pepper halves cut side down on the baking sheet. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Brush peppers with the olive oil mixture.
  • Roast peppers under the broiler 5 minutes, or until slightly charred. Remove from heat, peel, and slice. Toss with the toasted sunflower seeds to serve.
  • Nutrition

    171 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 7mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 192mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 304mg