Roasted Red Bell Pepper Dip

Smoky, creamy, and bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this Roasted Red Bell Pepper Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any appetizer spread. Made with perfectly roasted red bell peppers, subtly sweet caramelized garlic, and rich tahini, this velvety dip gets a flavor boost from zesty lemon juice, earthy cumin, and a touch of smoked paprika. Its quick 15-minute prep and vibrant presentation make it an effortless yet impressive addition to your table. Whether you’re serving it with warm pita bread, crisp vegetable sticks, or crunchy crackers, this dip is a guaranteed hit. Perfect for parties, snacking, or as a flavorful spread, this healthy and versatile recipe is one you'll come back to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large Red bell peppers
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the red bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and stems, and place them cut-side down on the baking sheet.

Step 3

Add the unpeeled garlic cloves to the baking sheet alongside the bell peppers.

Step 4

Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the skins are lightly charred.

Step 5

Remove the tray from the oven and let the peppers cool for 10 minutes, then peel off and discard the charred skins.

Step 6

Peel the garlic cloves by squeezing out the soft roasted garlic from their skins.

Step 7

Transfer the roasted peppers and garlic to a food processor or blender.

Step 8

Add the olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.

Step 9

Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or salt to taste.

Step 11

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and freshly chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	663.9 grams (663.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	663

Total Fat 48.60g	62%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1241mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 44.00g	16%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 20.80g
Protein 13.50g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2394mg	184%
Iron 10719mg	59552%
Potassium 1483mg	32%

*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: 65.5%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 26.4%