Muhammara Spicy Walnut Red Pepper Dip
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, Muhammara Spicy Walnut Red Pepper Dip is a rich and smoky spread that will elevate any appetizer platter. Crafted with sweet roasted red bell peppers, toasted walnuts, and a hint of pomegranate molasses, this Middle Eastern-inspired dip offers the perfect balance of sweetness, tanginess, and heat. A touch of smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes enhances its depth, while breadcrumbs lend a velvety texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant dip is perfect for entertaining, whether served with warm pita, crisp veggies, or crackers. A must-try for lovers of spicy, flavor-packed recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast them in the oven for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.
Remove the roasted peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a plate to steam for 10 minutes. This will make it easier to peel off the skins.
While the peppers cool, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly golden. Let them cool.
Peel the skins off the cooled peppers. Remove the stems and seeds, and discard them.
In a food processor, combine the roasted peppers, toasted walnuts, breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or red pepper flakes to your preference.
Transfer the Muhammara to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and garnish with extra walnuts, if desired.
Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.4 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 62.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2927 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.0 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*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.
