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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

˝ 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 and trivia you can use everyday. http://www.gourmayeats.com