Red Pepper Butter

Elevate your culinary repertoire with this luxurious Red Pepper Butter, a silky-smooth blend of roasted red bell peppers, creamy unsalted butter, and a touch of garlic and lemon juice for a vibrant, smoky-sweet flavor. This versatile recipe delivers a perfect balance of richness and freshness, enhanced further by the gentle char of oven-roasted peppers. Ideal as a spread for warm crusty bread, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavorful dip for crudités, this delightfully easy-to-make butter is ready in under 30 minutes of prep and cooking time. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enhancing your weekly menu, this spreadable masterpiece is a great way to make your dishes unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 large red bell peppers
• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Cut the red bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the stems, seeds, and membranes.

Step 3

Place the pepper halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly brush them with olive oil.

Step 4

Roast the peppers in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the skins begin to char and blister.

Step 5

Once roasted, transfer the peppers to a resealable plastic bag or bowl and cover tightly to let them steam for 10 minutes. This will make removing the skins easier.

Step 6

Peel the skins off the roasted peppers and discard them. Allow the peppers to cool completely.

Step 7

In a food processor, combine the roasted peppers, garlic, unsalted butter (softened to room temperature), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or lemon juice to balance flavors as desired.

Step 10

Transfer the red pepper butter to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 11

Serve as a spread on bread, crackers, or use as a topping for grilled meats or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	520.6 grams (520.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1074

Total Fat 111.90g	143%
Saturated Fat 59.00g	295%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 250mg	83%
Sodium 1210mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 24.10g	9%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 13.50g
Protein 4.90g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 844mg	18%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.7%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 8.6%