Red Pepper Puree
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and velvety Red Pepper Puree, a flavorful blend of roasted red bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Perfect as a versatile dip, sauce, or spread, this recipe captures the smoky sweetness of oven-roasted peppers, enhanced by the rich creaminess achieved through blending. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make puree is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with nutrients. Whether slathered on crusty bread, served alongside grilled meats, or drizzled over roasted vegetables, this recipe is a surefire way to add a bold, tangy twist to your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Wash the red bell peppers thoroughly and pat them dry. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the skins are charred and blistered.
Remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a plate to let the peppers steam for 10 minutes. This makes peeling easier.
Once cool enough to handle, peel off the charred skins and remove the seeds and stems. Discard these parts.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, olive oil, garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the red pepper puree immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.9 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1628 mg | 35% | |
*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.
