Capsicum Dip for Cheese
Transform your cheese platter into a vibrant, flavor-packed experience with this zesty Capsicum Dip for Cheese. Combining the smoky sweetness of oven-roasted red bell peppers with the nuttiness of tahini, a zing of fresh lemon juice, and a warm hint of smoked paprika and cumin, this creamy dip is the perfect pairing for your favorite cheese selection. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile dip is not only bold in flavor but also visually stunning with its rich red hue. Serve it alongside soft brie, sharp cheddar, or creamy goat cheese, accompanied by crackers or crusty bread. Whether for elegant entertaining or casual snacking, this capsicum dip will be the highlight of your spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers (capsicum)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and dry the red bell peppers. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, turning them occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered.
Remove the roasted peppers from the oven and place them in a heat-proof bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes to loosen the skins.
Once cooled, peel off the charred skin from the peppers and discard the seeds and stems.
In a food processor or blender, combine the peeled roasted peppers, olive oil, garlic cloves, lemon juice, tahini, smoked paprika, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve the capsicum dip alongside your favorite cheeses, crackers, or fresh bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.3 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2419 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2391 mg | 184% | |
| Iron | 10718.3 mg | 59546% | |
| Potassium | 1308 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
