Healthy Recipes Ingredients Healthy Vegetable Recipes Healthy Pepper Recipes Blistered Shishito Peppers 5.0 (1) Add your rating & review These toasty blistered shishito peppers are nutty and bright thanks to a combination of sesame oil and lime juice. The creamy dipping sauce tames any heat that may creep into these usually mild peppers. This is the perfect healthy appetizer for a small get-together. By Marianne Williams Marianne Williams Marianne Williams has been a test kitchen professional for Dotdash Meredith since 2016. Her recipes have been featured in many publications, including Food & Wine, Real Simple, Southern Living, Health, Rachael Ray and other print and digital brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 18, 2023 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients ¼ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1 large clove garlic, grated 1 ½ tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided 1 tablespoon lime juice, divided, plus lime wedges for serving 12 ounces fresh shishito peppers 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) Directions Whisk mayonnaise, garlic and 1 1/2 teaspoons each sesame oil and lime juice together in a small bowl. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add peppers in an even layer; cook, undisturbed, until starting to char, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until charred on most sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice in a large bowl. Add the hot peppers. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and toss to coat. Transfer the peppers to a serving platter; sprinkle with salt. Serve with the dipping sauce and lime wedges. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, March 2023 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 111 Calories 9g Fat 7g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 cup peppers & about 1 Tbsp. sauce Calories 111 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 7g 3% Dietary Fiber 2g 7% Total Sugars 3g Protein 1g 2% Total Fat 9g 12% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 5mg 2% Vitamin A 919IU 18% Vitamin C 102mg 113% Vitamin E 5mg 36% Folate 24mcg 6% Vitamin K 36mcg 30% Sodium 273mg 12% Calcium 13mg 1% Magnesium 16mg 4% Potassium 221mg 5% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved