This Roasted Bell Pepper and Ricotta Tacos Recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional tacos. The combination of sweet roasted bell peppers and creamy ricotta cheese creates a satisfying filling that is both nutritious and flavorful.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, these tacos are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Delicious Roasted Bell Pepper and Ricotta Tacos
These tacos feature roasted bell peppers mixed with ricotta cheese, wrapped in soft tortillas. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the Peppers: Toss the sliced bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with garlic powder, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spread a generous spoonful of the ricotta mixture on each tortilla, top with roasted bell peppers, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve: Squeeze lime juice over the tacos before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g