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Simple Pepper Salad with Vinaigrette
Salads can range from a dramatic wedge of ice berg with a tangy
blue cheese dressing to a huge taco salad that could feed a
family of four. They can be served as a simple start to an
elegant meal or as a stand alone meal all in itself.
This simple pepper salad with vinaigrette is an easy to make
salad that works wonderfully as a start to gourmet meal. On warm
summer days simple pepper salad with vinaigrette can be served
along side a cold gazpacho soup for a light summer lunch.
Simple pepper salad with vinaigrette can be made quickly and
stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Simple Pepper Salad
3 to 4 red and yellow sweet bell peppers
3 fresh cooked artichokes hearts, or well drained jarred
artichoke hearts
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp thyme
Vinaigrette
1
crushed clove garlic
1 Tbs red wine vinegar
½ Cup extra virgin olive oil
salt
ground pepper
Julienne the bell peppers and place in a large mixing bowl.
Quarter the Artichoke hearts and add to the bowl. Mix in the
lemon zest, and thyme.
In a separate bowl blend the garlic, vinegar, and olive oil. Add
the salt and pepper to taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the
salad and toss.
About the author:
Shauna Hanus is a gourmet cook who specializes in creating
gourmet recipes. She has extensive experience cooking with easy
to find grocery items to create delightful gourmet meals. She is
also the publisher of a no cost bi-monthly gourmet newsletter.
Her newsletter is always fun and informational packed with tips
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