Roasted Peppers with Hazelnuts

Servings: 12�

CondimentsSide dishKim AcceptableItalian Inspired

Ingredients:

Peppers:

3 large red bell peppers

3 large green bell peppers

3 large yellow bell peppers

Vinaigrette:

1/4 cup fresh orange juice

1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard

1 Tbsp grated orange peel

6 Tbsp olive oil

salt and freshly ground black pepper

Toppings:

1/4 cup chopped toasted husked hazelnuts

Minced fresh cilantro

Directions:

Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Wrap in a paper bag and let stand 30 minutes to steam. Peel and seed peppers. Rinse if necessary; pat dry. Cut into 1/2 inch-wide strips.

Arrange in pinwheel pattern on platter.

For Vinaigrette: Combine first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Pour vinaigrette over peppers. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving). Sprinkle with nuts and cilantro.