Roasted Capsicum Goat Cheese And Walnut Salad Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful salad bursting with roasted sweetness and creamy textures! This recipe, inspired by a local pub, features tender pasta tossed with perfectly roasted capsicum (bell peppers), tangy goat cheese (or feta!), crunchy walnuts (or pecans!), and fresh basil. A light yet satisfying meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a summer gathering. Easy to customize to your liking!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 759 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Roasted Capsicum Goat Cheese And Walnut Salad

  • 250g spiral shaped pasta
  • 2 large red capsicums
  • Yellow Peppers (not specified in recipe)
  • 150g crumbled goat cheese
  • 50g walnuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Garlic (not specified in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • crusty bread (for serving)

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How to Make Roasted Capsicum Goat Cheese And Walnut Salad

  1. Preheat oven to 250°C (480°F).
  2. Cook 250g pasta (e.g., rotini, farfalle) in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. (about 8-10 minutes)
  3. Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. While pasta cooks, quarter 2 large capsicums (bell peppers), remove seeds and membranes.
  5. Place capsicum pieces skin-side up on a baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the skin blisters and blackens.
  7. Transfer roasted capsicums to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap for 5 minutes to steam.
  8. Peel off the blackened skin and thinly slice the capsicums.
  9. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sliced capsicums, 150g crumbled goat cheese (or feta), 50g walnuts (or pecans), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
  10. Add your desired dressing (see suggested dressing below).
  11. Toss gently to combine.
  12. Serve immediately with crusty bread.
  13. **Suggested Dressing:** Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

54g

Carbs

28g