Sliced Bell Peppers with Caesar Dressing Dip
10min
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255
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Chef's Note
Cold temperatures enhance the perceived sweetness and crispness of bell peppers by stabilizing their cellular water pressure.
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Ingredients
2 medium red bell pepper
1 medium orange bell pepper
1/2 cup caesar dressing
2 tbsp parmesan cheese
1/2 whole lemon
Instructions
- 1
Wash 2 red bell peppers and 1 orange bell pepper under cold water. Cut them in half, discard the seeds and inner white membranes, and slice them vertically into 1/2-inch thick strips.
- 2
Squeeze 1 tbsp of fresh juice from 1/2 lemon over the sliced bell peppers and toss gently to brighten their flavor and preserve their crisp texture.
- 3
In a small portable container, combine 1/2 cup of caesar dressing with 2 tbsp of freshly grated parmesan cheese. Whisk together to thicken the dip and add a savory punch.
- 4
To pack for travel: Place the lemon-tossed bell pepper strips into a reusable airtight container or zip-top bag. Keep the caesar dressing dip in its separate sealed container to prevent the peppers from getting soggy.
- 5
Pack both containers into an insulated cooler bag directly against ice packs to keep them cold, crisp, and refreshing for the drive to the campsite.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
255
3g
8g
23g
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