Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos with Grilled Red Pepper Tomato Sauce
Turn up the heat with these Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos with Grilled Red Pepper Tomato Sauce—an irresistible appetizer that’s bursting with bold flavors and smoky goodness. Fresh jalapenos are halved and filled with a creamy, bacon-studded cheese mixture, then grilled to perfection until the filling is bubbly and the peppers are tender with a slight char. The dish is taken to the next level with a luscious homemade sauce crafted from flame-grilled red peppers, ripe tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil, blended to velvety perfection for a smoky-sweet kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between heat, creamy richness, and tangy freshness, making it a show-stopping starter or side for your next barbecue. Perfect for entertaining, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress jalapeno lovers and grill enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces jalapenos
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces red bell peppers
- 2 pieces ripe tomatoes
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 small red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Slice each jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and bacon bits. Mix well until the filling is uniform.
Using a small spoon, stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture and set them aside on a plate.
Brush the stuffed jalapenos with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking during grilling.
Place the red bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic cloves (with peels on), and the halved red onion on a grill-safe tray or directly on the grill grates. Lightly brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Grill the vegetables for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are charred and softened. Remove them from the grill and set aside to cool slightly.
Place the stuffed jalapenos directly on the grill, cut-side up. Grill for 8-10 minutes until the peppers are tender and slightly charred, and the cheese filling is bubbly.
While the jalapenos are grilling, prepare the sauce. Peel the garlic cloves and add them to a blender along with the grilled red peppers, grilled tomatoes, grilled onion, fresh basil leaves, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or red wine vinegar if needed.
Serve the grilled stuffed jalapenos hot, accompanied by the warm grilled red pepper tomato sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1587 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 495 mg | 11% | |
*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.
