Baked Bell Pepper Rolls

Name: Baked Bell Pepper Rolls
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Yellow peppers 1; Red peppers 1; Breadcrumbs 2 spoonfuls; Salted anchovies 1; Parsley minced 1 tuft; Capers in vinegar 1 tsp; Basil 3 leaves; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Garlic 1 clove; Mozzarella cheese diced 0.7 oz; Extra virgin olive oil to taste

it de br es fr nl

181

Calories per serving

Energy Kcal 181
Carbohydrates g 22.3
of which sugars g 11
Protein g 7.2
Fats g 7
of which saturated fat g 1.94
Fiber g 3.6
Cholesterol mg 9
Sodium mg 764

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Imagine a dish straight from the heart of Southern Italy—it's like a taste of sunshine. Baked pepper rolls bring both vibrant color and tasty simplicity to your table. Super tasty. These bright, tender appetizers are perfect for any gathering, showing off medium-sized, meaty peppers in shades of red, yellow, and orange. In regions like Calabria and Sicily, these stuffed pepper rolls are a real hit. Why? Because of their double-baked goodness. First, the peppers are roasted until the skin turns golden and slightly smoky—delicious—then peeled and sliced to make rolling super easy.

The filling? Packed with Mediterranean flavors: crunchy breadcrumbs, salty anchovies, briny capers, fresh basil and parsley, a hint of garlic, black pepper, and creamy mozzarella cubes. Really, really good. Once wrapped and baked again, the mozzarella gets all gooey, creating a wonderful blend of flavors.

These roasted pepper rolls serve as a warm antipasto, fitting perfectly into any season. You know, whether it is a warm summer day or a chilly winter evening. Some families even experiment with fish stuffing—which is great, showing just how versatile this dish can be. Honestly, you don’t need to overthink it—just pick your favorite peppers, mix up the filling, and let the oven do its thing. When they come out, these rolls aren't just visually stunning; they are packed with savory and herby flavors in every bite, with a hint of sweetness from the peppers. So, so good.

Many call this an easy pepper roll recipe because it skips the complicated steps and uses simple ingredients, yet the finished dish feels special and satisfying. Whether you're after healthy pepper rolls or just want to enjoy a twist on bell pepper appetizers, these rolls beautifully capture classic Mediterranean flavors without any fuss. Perfect for anyone wanting to bring a taste of Southern Italy to their table in a way that’s as appealing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Can't go wrong.

INGREDIENTS

181

Calories per serving

Ingredients for 8 rolls: Yellow peppers 1 -; Red peppers 1; Breadcrumbs 2 spoonfuls -; Salted anchovies 1 -; Parsley 1 tuft - minced; Capers in vinegar 1 tsp -; Basil 3 leaves; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste -; Garlic 1 clove; Mozzarella cheese 0.7 oz (20 g) - diced

Ingredients for sprinkling: Extra virgin olive oil to taste -

Preparation

How to prepare Baked Bell Pepper Rolls

To prepare the baked bell pepper rolls, start by cleaning the peppers with a damp cloth and placing them whole and untrimmed on a baking sheet 1. Bake them in the oven at 482°F for about 20-25 minutes, turning them on the sides until the skin is wrinkled and browned 2. In the meantime, prepare the filling: chop the parsley and the salted, deboned anchovy 3.

Place the mozzarella on a cutting board and dice it 4. Then, place the breadcrumbs in a large bowl and add the chopped anchovy and capers (5-6).

Using the appropriate tool, mince the garlic directly into the mixture 7, salt and pepper to taste 8, and also add the chopped parsley 9.

Finally, break the basil leaves with your hands and add them to the filling. When the peppers have cooled, remove the green stem 11 and peel them 12: the skin will come off easily, but during this operation be careful not to break them.

Open the peppers, remove the internal seeds and obtain 8 fairly wide fillets 13. Lay the opened fillets on a cutting board and sprinkle them with the previously prepared breadcrumb mixture 14. Place a couple of small mozzarella cubes in the center of each fillet 15.

Gently roll the stuffed peppers to form rolls 16 and place them in a baking dish that you have lightly oiled beforehand 17. Bake for about 10 minutes at 392°F and then take them out: your baked bell pepper rolls are ready to be served warm 18!