Red Bell Pepper Spread with Ham
Unlock vibrant flavors with this irresistible Red Bell Pepper Spread with Ham—a creamy, smoky, and savory treat perfect for any occasion. Roasted red bell peppers are blended with tender cooked ham, tangy cream cheese, and a hint of garlic and paprika for a rich and velvety spread bursting with flavor. Quick to prepare and boasting a stunning color, this versatile appetizer is ideal as a dip for crackers, a topping for crostini, or a sandwich spread. Garnished with fresh parsley for an elegant touch, this crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to elevate your entertaining game while being easy enough for a weekday snack. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect balance of bold ingredients and effortless charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Red bell peppers
- 150 grams Cooked ham
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Wash the red bell peppers and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skin is charred and blistered.
Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a plate and let them steam for 10 minutes. This will make peeling the skin easier.
Meanwhile, mince the garlic and set it aside.
Peel the skin off the roasted peppers, remove the stems and seeds, and roughly chop the flesh.
In a food processor, combine the roasted red bell peppers, cooked ham, cream cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, sweet paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with crackers, vegetables, or bread, or refrigerate the spread in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.5 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 574 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
