Elevate your meals with the irresistible flavor of homemade Red Pepper Aioli, a creamy and vibrant condiment thatβs as versatile as it is delicious. Featuring the smoky sweetness of roasted red pepper, a hint of garlic, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, this aioli is perfectly balanced with a dash of smoked paprika for an added depth of flavor. Made in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal as a dip for veggies or fries, a spread for sandwiches, or a flavorful sauce for grilled meats and seafood. Whether you're using fresh or jarred roasted red peppers, the result is a rich, silky aioli that will impress family and guests alike. Perfect for meal prepping, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, ensuring you always have this versatile, velvety sauce on hand!
If using a fresh red pepper, roast it over an open flame or under the broiler until the skin is charred and blistered all around. Place the roasted pepper in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it steam for 5 minutes. Peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and set the pepper aside to cool. If using jarred roasted red peppers, skip this step and proceed to the next.
In a small food processor or blender, combine the roasted red pepper, garlic clove, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
Taste the aioli and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
Transfer the red pepper aioli to a serving bowl or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or sauce with your favorite dishes.
Calories |
1058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 100.9 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1370 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 363 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.