It's time to bake some roasted mini peppers. Are you looking for simple recipes that you can do with a bag of sweet mini peppers you got from the stores or your little garden? This recipe is a keeper.
Why You'll Love This Roasted Mini Peppers Recipe?
- These gorgeous mini peppers are tossed in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Baked to the right texture, they are a simple side dish you should try when the peppers are in season.
- These roasted sweet mini peppers are flavorful and, with no heat, make it loved by all in the family.
- The roasted mini peppers recipe is simple, with no prep time. Furthermore, it’s hands-free and as well as stress-free. One of my most satisfying pepper recipes like these is spicy roasted vegetables and roasted green tomato salsa.
- The co-ingredients are a pantry staple with more potential to upgrade and adopt customizations. Ready for a quick dinner, appetizer, side, or snack? You will adore these oven-roasted mini peppers for their simplicity and original flavors.
How Hot Are These Roasted Sweet Mini-Peppers?
These are 0 SHU units on the Scoville scale, which means it has zero heat level, similar to the bell peppers. Comparing the sweet mini peppers with the bell pepper's Scoville heat unit could have given you an idea of how to determine its heat.
Hence, these are good for serving the way you like, which ranges from snacking to pairing with dinner.
How To Make Roasted Mini Peppers?
Setting the oven. Preheat the oven to 400° F.
Seasonings. In a baking tray, lay the peppers. Drizzle olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. Gently combine them until the seasonings are quoted well.
Arrange. Place evenly without overlapping one over the other.
Bake. Place the baking tray in the middle rack. Cook for 40 minutes or until tender, by flipping once in between.
Serve. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with the parmesan cheese roasted red pepper flakes if you prefer.
Best To Serve As
- Appetizer/snack. These baked mini bell peppers are mild but with gentle flavors. They are a better way to include vegetables on the menu and make your game days more memorable. We snack on them just like regular veggies like carrots or cucumbers.
- Side dish. This roasted mini-pepper recipe is beneficial when making a dinner platter, as it does not require attention or focus. Plus, this could turn into a star dish that pleases the guests with its appearance.
- For salsa or soup. Make your salsa or soup hearty by tossing these roasted sweet peppers. Or swap the hot peppers in any recipe like this roasted tomato red pepper soup, and feel the gentle flavors by keeping the heat at the most comfortable level.
Variations
- Air fryer. Instead of baked mini peppers, you may also use your air fryer to roast them.
- Cheese. For a classic version, garnish roasted mini peppers with parmesan cheese for extra flavor. For an interesting variation, stuff them with goat cheese.
- Balsamic vinegar. Toss the roasted peppers with balsamic vinegar, the star ingredient. This is another classic variation that's a family's delight.
- Grilled. The charred edges of the grilled mini peppers make it more delectable and picture-perfect.
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Roasted Mini Peppers
Ingredients
- 2 cups mini sweet peppers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- In a baking tray, add sweet mini peppers, olive oil, salt, and garlic powder.
- Gently combine until the seasonings coats the pepper well.
- Now arrange them without crowding.
- Place the tray in the middle rake in the oven, and bake for 40 minuts or until tender, by flipping them in between.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and dig in.
Notes
- Topping Ideas: Sprinkle parmesan cheese or roasted red pepper flakes if you prefer.
- To Store: Refrigerate them to use within 3 days. And you may also freeze them for up to three months.
- Reheat: Reheat in the preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes or until warm. You may also reheat in the pan over the stovetop or gently microwave in 30-second increments until it’s done.
Justine says
I love mini peppers, but never know what to do with them! This was a great way to use up that bag I bought last week that were about to go bad - it was delish!
Tayler says
I made these peppers as a side with dinner last night and they were delicious! So easy to make too!
Elisa says
We love them fresh, so I must make this Roasted Mini Peppers recipe. It looks delicious and easy to make. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Vicky says
Just tried the roasted mini peppers recipe from your blog, and wow, it’s a game-changer! Perfectly sweet and smoky. Can’t wait to make it again!
Holley says
I just bought a bag of mini peppers at the store and made this recipe. It's so easy and tastes great! I'll be snacking on these for the next few days!