Red Pepper Mousse

Total Time
40 minutes
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Ingredients

Yield:Four servings
  • 2large red bell peppers, seeded, deveined and cut into large dice
  • 1small clove garlic, peeled and bruised
  • 1teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ½teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
  • 2teaspoons white-wine vinegar
  • 2cups yogurt cheese
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

150 calories; 8 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 10 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 8 grams sugars; 11 grams protein; 362 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Put the peppers, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper in a nonstick skillet. Sprinkle with the vinegar, partly cover and cook over medium-low heat until the peppers are tender but not soft, about 25 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Puree the mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth. Strain through a sieve lined with cheesecloth. Fold in the yogurt cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This mousse can be stored in the refrigerator in a closed container for up to 3 days. Serve with grilled bread or as a base for pasta salad.

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Credits

ADAPTED FROM "THE COOKING OF SOUTH-WEST FRANCE," BY PAULA WOLFERT, DIAL PRESS, 1983

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