Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt

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Crisp Spanish peppers grilled until blistered and finished with a delicate sea salt sprinkle. This spanish (vegetarian) ready in about 12 minutes pairs Padrón peppers, olive oil, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 100 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 100 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Toss 12 oz Padrón peppers with 1 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Place peppers directly on grill grates and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender.
  3. Step 3: Transfer to a plate and immediately sprinkle with 1/4 tsp sea salt. Serve warm as a simple appetizer.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt take to make?

Total time is about 12 minutes (5 min prep + 7 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep padrón peppers from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Grilled Padrón Peppers with Sea Salt vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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