Cream Cheese and Red Pepper Dip
Creamy, smoky, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Cream Cheese and Red Pepper Dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion! Featuring tangy cream cheese blended with sweet roasted red peppers, fresh garlic, a drizzle of olive oil, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this dip comes together in just 10 minutes for an effortless snack or party treat. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness to this smooth and savory spread. Serve it with crunchy crackers, crisp veggies, or warm pita chips for a crowd-pleasing dip that’s both simple and indulgent. Whether for game day, a holiday gathering, or an everyday snack, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, add the cream cheese (softened to room temperature), roasted red peppers, and garlic cloves.
Pulse the mixture until it is smooth and well combined.
Drizzle in the olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and black pepper. Blend until creamy.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately with crackers, sliced vegetables, or pita chips, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 107 mg | 2% | |
*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.
