Lunch: Grilled Peppers and Goat Cheese Salad

When cooking with superior summer produce, less is more. This simple salad consists of freshly grilled peppers, goat cheese, and lettuce leaves drizzled with good-quality olive oil.

Ingredients

2 large red bell peppers
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 oz. aged goat cheese
1 small head lettuce

Instructions

Heat grill to high. Roast red peppers on grill until charred, turning as each side blackens. Transfer to a large bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Using paper towels, peel off blackened skin.
Lay peppers flat on a clean work surface. Using a sharp paring knife, cut open peppers and remove seeds and ribs. Slice into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt and black pepper; set aside.
Slice goat cheese into four pieces, and place directly on grill. Heat, covered, until cheese starts to soften and melt. Remove from grill.
Place one piece on each serving plate. Arrange lettuce leaves next to cheese on each plate. Drizzle greens and cheese with remaining tablespoon oil; season lightly with salt and black pepper. Divide reserved peppers among plates; serve immediately.