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Tomato & Pepper Relish With Moroccan Lemons

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This vibrant Tomato & Pepper Relish captures the essence of Moroccan home cooking with its perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. Charred green bell peppers provide a deep, roasted backbone, while fresh tomatoes add juicy acidity. The star ingredient, preserved lemons, delivers a unique salty, citrusy punch that transforms this simple mixture into a sophisticated condiment. Earthy cumin and paprika round out the profile, creating a relish that is as versatile as it is delicious. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a bright topping for hummus. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this relish is a fantastic addition to any weeknight dinner or gathering, adding instant depth and flavor to your table.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 123.6
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This vibrant Tomato & Pepper Relish captures the essence of Moroccan home cooking with its perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors. Charred green bell peppers provide a deep, roasted backbone, while fresh tomatoes add juicy acidity. The star ingredient, preserved lemons, delivers a unique salty, citrusy punch that transforms this simple mixture into a sophisticated condiment. Earthy cumin and paprika round out the profile, creating a relish that is as versatile as it is delicious. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a bright topping for hummus. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this relish is a fantastic addition to any weeknight dinner or gathering, adding instant depth and flavor to your table.
Ingredients
  • 2 Small Green bell peppers
  • 1 can Tomatoes (28 oz)
  • 1 Garlic Clove,pressed/minced
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
  • 3 Moroccan Preserved lemons*
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the broiler. Place the green bell peppers in a 9-10 inch wide baking pan.
  2. 2
    Broil the peppers, positioned 4 inches from the heat source, turning occasionally with tongs until the skins are charred and blistered on all sides, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. 3
    Remove the pan from the oven and allow the peppers to cool until they are safe to handle.
  4. 4
    Peel off the charred skin, remove the stems and seeds, then coarsely chop the pepper flesh.
  5. 5
    Drain the canned tomatoes, reserving the juice for another use if desired. Coarsely chop the tomatoes and drain them well to remove excess liquid.
  6. 6
    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped peppers, chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, and black pepper.
  7. 7
    Rinse the preserved lemons if desired to reduce saltiness, chop them finely, and fold them into the mixture.
  8. 8
    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more preserved lemon rind for extra tang.
  9. 9
    Serve immediately, or cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 123.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.3g13%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 8.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 14.2g5%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g19%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 2.4g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: moroccan, relish, tomato, pepper, preserved lemon, charred, smoky, vegan, condiment, cumin, paprika, green bell pepper, canned tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, middle eastern, spicy, citrus, grilling side, easy recipe
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