Baked Sweet Red And Yellow Pepper Wedges Recipe

Sweet, savory, and bursting with flavor! These baked red and yellow pepper wedges are a delicious and unique side dish or appetizer, perfect for pairing with grilled meats or enjoying as a vibrant first course. The irresistible sweetness of roasted peppers, combined with a crunchy topping, will impress your family and friends. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 269 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
Baked Sweet Red And Yellow Pepper Wedges

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Baked Sweet Red And Yellow Pepper Wedges

  • Red Bell Peppers
  • Yellow Bell Peppers
  • Sweet Onion
  • Crushed Tomatoes
  • Fresh Parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil + 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh Breadcrumb

How to Make Baked Sweet Red And Yellow Pepper Wedges

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly oil a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  3. Trim the tops off of 2 large red bell peppers and 2 large yellow bell peppers.
  4. Discard the stems. Finely chop the remaining pepper tops (about 1 cup).
  5. Cut each pepper lengthwise into sixths.
  6. Place pepper wedges, cut-side up, in the prepared baking pan.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pepper tops, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Spoon an equal amount of the mixture into each pepper wedge.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
  10. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle evenly over the pepper wedges.
  11. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

13g

Carbs

7g