Name: Peperonata
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 90 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup thinly sliced garlic; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme and/or oregano; 1 large sweet onion, sliced; 4 cups chopped tomatoes; 3.5 pounds bell peppers, sliced 3/4 inch thick; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Peperonata

Sweet peppers are the name of the game here, but tossing a few hot ones into the mix would be nice as well. This recipe was developed to preserve the summer bounty from your garden or farmers' market; it freezes well for up to 3 months. Try this mélange of peppers, tomatoes and onions with a plate of cheese and crackers; toss it with pasta and chopped herbs; or pile it on grilled chicken and melt some fontina on top.

Carolyn Malcoun

Updated on August 6, 2020

Prep Time:

30 mins

Additional Time:

1 hrs

Total Time:

1 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 cups

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Diabetes Appropriate Egg Free Gluten-Free Healthy Immunity Heart Healthy High Fiber Low Carbohydrate Low Sodium Low-Calorie Vegan Vegetarian

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Ingredients

½ cup thinly sliced garlic
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme and/or oregano
1 large sweet onion, sliced
4 cups chopped tomatoes
3 ½ pounds bell peppers, sliced 3/4 inch thick
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Directions

Heat garlic, oil and herbs in a large pot over medium heat until fragrant and starting to sizzle, about 2 minutes. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are broken down, about 5 minutes. Add bell peppers and salt; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are mostly submerged in the liquid they give off, about 40 minutes. Uncover and cook until the liquid is reduced by about half and the peppers are very tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in vinegar. Serve warm or at room temperature. Let cool completely before refrigerating for up to 1 week or freezing for up to 3 months.

Tips

To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

148	Calories
10g	Fat
13g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 148
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 2g	4%
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Vitamin A 3776IU	76%
Vitamin C 157mg	174%
Folate 66mcg	17%
Sodium 207mg	9%
Calcium 27mg	2%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 24mg	6%
Potassium 419mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.