18 Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing Recipe Get Ready To Indulge!

Ingredients:

For the dressing:

• 1 large red bell pepper, roasted and peeled
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

For the salad:

• 6 cups mixed greens
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. Roast the red pepper

To start, preheat your oven to 400°F. Cut the red pepper in half and remove the seeds. Place the pepper halves on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the skin is charred and the pepper is tender.

2. Make the dressing

Once the pepper is roasted and cooled, remove the skin and chop it into small pieces. In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped pepper, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Blend until smooth and well combined.

3. Assemble the salad

In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese. Toss with the roasted red pepper dressing until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

This roasted red pepper Italian dressing is a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Not only is it a great addition to salads, but it also works well as a marinade for chicken or veggies. Give this recipe a try and elevate your meals with a taste of Italy.