Matzah Salad

A Jewish Passover recipe, this is really good anytime. Adapted from Jewish Cooking.

• Ready In: 22 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 10  matzo crackers
• 4  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1  cucumber, finely diced
• 2  teaspoons capers (optional)
• 1  bunch chives, finely chopped
•  salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Run a rolling pin over matzos to break up into small pieces no larger than 1/4". Cook over medium-high heat in a dry saute pan or toast in a 300*F oven for 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and add cucumbers and peppers. Cook 1 minute over medium heat.
3. Turn off the heat and add capers, if using, and chives.
4. Toss in a mixing bowl with the toasted matzo. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.