Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Roasted red pepper sauce is a vibrant, creamy delight that adds a smoky sweetness to any dish. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, slathering on sandwiches, or serving as a dip, this easy-to-make sauce will become a staple in your kitchen. Made with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for meal prep and will impress your guests at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Roasting/Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place whole red bell peppers directly on the oven rack or a lined baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until charred.
- Once roasted, transfer peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let steam for 10 minutes before peeling off the skins.
- In a blender, combine peeled peppers, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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