Warm Salad with Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers, Mozzarella

Appetizers

Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Servings: Yield: 1 serving Source:

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

Directions

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

Serving: 1salad, Calories: 339kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 14.5g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 843.5mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 12g