Charred Onion and Pepper Relish
Charred Onion and Pepper Relish brings mellow sweetness from fire-roasted onions balanced by the gentle heat of cayenne and a bright splash of sherry vinegar. Olive oil adds richness while parsley keeps it fresh and aromatic. Serve this versatile condiment at cookouts alongside grilled fish, sausages, burgers, or hot dogs to add smoky depth and tangy lift.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Charred Onion and Pepper Relish, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 44 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 45
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 16
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Build a campfire or light a charcoal grill and let it burn until a bed of coals forms.
- 2
Nestle the onions into the hot coals and mound coals around and on top. Roast until blackened and tender, about 15 minutes. Turn the onions, rebury them, and cook until they start to release juice, another 10 to 15 minutes. A bamboo skewer inserted in the center should slide in easily. Transfer the onions to a bowl, cover, and let them cool.
- 3
Set the red pepper on the coals and cook, turning frequently, until charred, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Peel the blackened skins from the onions and scrape the charred bits off the red pepper. Finely chop the onions and red pepper. Combine them in a bowl with the parsley, and season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.
- 5
Toss the sherry vinegar and olive oil with the relish, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Calories 172.45 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 0.89 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 9.75 g 4%
- Total Fat 15.52 g Moderate 20%
- Saturated Fat 2.4 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 16.28 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.6 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 5.02 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 22.89 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.43 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 164.74 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 24.71 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 50.95 mg Good Source 57%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Charred Onion and Pepper Relish is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Olive Oil, and Red Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 172.45 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Charred Onion and Pepper Relish made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Olive Oil, Red Bell Pepper, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Charred Onion and Pepper Relish?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 172.45 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Charred Onion and Pepper Relish easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Charred Onion and Pepper Relish healthy?
- Charred Onion and Pepper Relish has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 172.45 calories and 0.89 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.4 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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