Air Fryer Roasted Red Peppers Recipe
Smoky, soft, and full of concentrated sweetness, these air fryer roasted red peppers are what happens when bell peppers level up. Ten minutes is all it takes to blister the skins, soften the flesh, and bring out that rich, almost jammy flavor. Slice them into salads, pile onto pizza, or scoop them up with hummus straight from the fridge.
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 24kcal
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ teaspoon olive oil to brush
Instructions
- Begin by slicing each pepper into quarters and removing the stem, seeds, and white pith from the inside.1 red bell pepper
- Brush the skin of the pepper slices with a little olive oil.½ teaspoon olive oil
- Place the slices in the air fryer basket, evenly spaced apart, and air fry at 375°F/190°C for 10 minutes (no need to preheat). When they're ready, the outside should be slightly charred and the skin should be wrinkly.
- Remove the peppers from the air and allow them to cool.
- (Optional) peel the skin from the peppers. It should come off quite easily. Enjoy!
Notes
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Use ripe peppers: The deeper the color, the sweeter the flavor.
- Single layer is key: Crowding the basket will steam the peppers instead of roasting them.
- Oil matters: Just enough to help the skin blister, not so much that it pools in the basket.
- Skin on or off: Leaving the skin adds texture and a bit of char. Peel it off if you’re blending or want a softer bite.
- Make more at once: This works with multiple peppers too, just roast in batches so nothing overlaps.
- Cool before storing: Let them come to room temp before sealing them up, or you’ll trap steam and make them soggy.
Storage instructions:
- Fridge: Store cooled peppers in an airtight container or bowl covered with plastic wrap for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze in single layers first, then transfer to freezer bags. Use within 3 months for best flavor.
- Avoid moisture: Pat them dry before storing to keep the texture just right.
- Quick snack tip: Keep a small container in the fridge for tossing into wraps, salads, or your favorite soup on the fly.
Nutrition
Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1863IU | Vitamin C: 76mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.3mg