Radiatore Salad With Roasted Red Peppers Recipes

OLIVE AND CELERY SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• Combine the red peppers, olives, celery and romaine in a large bowl.
• In a cruet, add the olive oil, vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Shake to combine. Pour over the salad in the bowl, toss together and serve.

ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH FETA, PINE NUTS & BASIL

Steps:

• Set an oven rack in the top position and preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the pepper halves on the prepared baking sheet and broil for 5-10 minutes, rotating the pan once, until well charred. Remove the peppers from the oven and place in a bowl; cover tightly with plastic wrap (so they steam) and let cool until luke warm.
• Peel the skin from the peppers (do not rinse under water) and cut into ¾-inch strips. Place back in the bowl; add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, 2 tablespoons of the basil, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
• Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, about 4 minutes. Immediately transfer the nuts to a small bowl to stop the cooking process. (Pay close attention: they go from perfectly golden to burnt quickly.)
• Transfer the marinated peppers to a serving dish and top with the feta, olives, toasted pine nuts and remaining tablespoon basil (do not toss). Garnish with whole basil leaves if desired.

ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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.

ROASTED ROOTS AND RADIATORE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• For the roasted root vegetables: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place a large roasting tray in the oven to heat up. Place the prepared root vegetables in a large mixing bowl, and add olive oil, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to mix everything together and coat the vegetables evenly. Remove the hot tray from the oven (this will ensure the vegetables don't stick to the pan and get a nice initial sear on the bottoms) and pour the vegetables onto the tray. Spread the vegetables out evenly and roast until the vegetables are tender and nicely caramelized on the outside, 35 to 45 minutes. Allow the vegetables to cool slightly before mixing with the pasta.
• For the vinaigrette: Combine the vinegar, honey, mustard and garlic together in a small bowl. While whisking slowly, add the olive oil so it emulsifies. Fold in the parsley, scallions and thyme and season with salt and pepper.
• For assembly: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and toss together with the warm roasted root vegetables. Add the vinaigrette and mix together well. Top with the crumbled goat cheese, some extra chopped Italian parsley and serve.

ROASTED RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Juice the lemon over a medium-sized glass bowl, discarding any seeds. Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and chili powder, and whisk in the olive oil. Toss in the red pepper strips and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add the chopped fresh parsley and serve at room temperature.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place roasted red bell peppers in food processor bowl. Season them up with salt and pepper. Add garlic and vinegar to food processor. Turn processor on and stream in extra-virgin olive oil and some honey. When dressing is smooth and combined, stop and adjust seasonings.
• Chop romaine into bite-sized pieces and put in a salad bowl then pour the dressing over lettuce, toss and serve. Garnish with chopped olives.

ROASTED RED PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Heat broiler, with rack in top position. Place bell peppers on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Broil, turning occasionally, until charred on all sides and tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let steam 20 minutes. Rub with paper towels to remove skin. Stem, seed, and cut each pepper lengthwise into 4 pieces.
• Arrange peppers on a serving platter, drizzle with oil, and top with capers, olives, vinegar, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with basil.

ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER SALAD

Steps:

• Char peppers over open flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Transfer to large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and cool. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
• Place peppers in medium bowl. Add all remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.) Return to room temperature before serving.

ROASTED PEPPER PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, onions, red peppers and cheese. , In a small bowl, whisk the salad dressing mix, broth and vinegar. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH CAPERS & PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Turn on the grill and line a baking tray with foil. Arrange the peppers, skin-side up, on the baking tray and brush with oil. Grill for 10-15 mins, turning, until skins are well charred. Put the peppers in a plastic bag and seal for 5 mins to loosen the skins.
• Meanwhile, crush the garlic and a generous pinch of salt to a paste using a pestle and mortar. Add the vinegar and oil, and blend to make a dressing. Strip the skins and seeds from the peppers, then quarter. Put the flesh in a bowl or food container. Pour over the dressing and scatter with the

RADIATORE SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• Cut the peppers in half. Cut the Quartered Zucchini into slices.
• Preheat the broiler and roast the peppers. Remove skin and slice into thick slices. Set aside.
• Heat a large pot of water to boiling, blanch the garlic in the boiling water for 3 minutes. Save this water for the tomatoes. With a slotted spoon, transfer garlic to cutting board. Blanch the tomatoes in the boling water for 30 seconds. Save the boiling water and with slotted spoon move tomatoes to cutting board. Use a paring knife, peel tomatoes and chop coarsely. Mince the garlic. Set both aside.
• Cook the pasta in the boiling water until just tender. Drain well.
• In large bowl whisk the vinegar, mint, oil, salt and black pepper together. Stir in the peppers, garlic, tomatoes, and Zucchini. Add the pasta and toss to coat and combine. Serve immediately or chill for up to 4 hours. If chilled bring up to room temperature.