Recipe of the Week - Warm Salad with Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Pepper and Mozzarella

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This Warm Salad with sauteed Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers, and fresh Mozzarella with balsamic is served over cold, crunchy romaine lettuce. So simple and delicious!


INGREDIENTS

  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion

  • 1/3 cup chopped roasted peppers

  • 4 artichoke hearts, canned, cut in quarters

  • 1 tablespoon capers

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 2 ounces diced fresh mozzarella

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped romaine hearts

  • pinch salt and black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon oil.

  • Add the red onion and saute until soft, 2 to 3 minutes then add the artichoke hearts, roasted peppers, and capers, drizzle balsamic vinegar over everything and stir, cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

  • Remove from heat and add the mozzarella.

  • Plate the romaine in a large salad bowl and pour the warm ingredients over the lettuce.

  • Drizzle with an additional teaspoon oil and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Eat right away.

NOTES

  • Variations:

  • Olives: Add kalamata or gaeta olives.

  • Cheese: Swap mozzarella for feta cheese or halloumi.

  • Bell Peppers: You can roast red bell pepper at home if you don't want to buy roasted peppers or swap them for sun dried tomatoes.

  • Protein: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon.

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 1 Salad

  • Calories: 339

  • Carbohydrates: 23g

  • Protein: 14.5g

  • Fat: 22g

  • Saturated Fat: 9g

  • Cholesterol: 45mg

  • Sodium: 843.5mg

  • Fiber: 5g

  • Sugar: 12g