Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Brighten up your appetizer game with this irresistibly creamy and smoky Roasted Red Pepper Dip! Made with fire-roasted red bell peppers, velvety cream cheese, and a touch of smoked paprika, this dip boasts a rich depth of flavor that’s perfectly balanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Roasting the peppers and garlic not only intensifies their natural sweetness but also adds a subtle charred complexity that truly elevates this dish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for entertaining or as a quick snack, served alongside your favorite crackers, crusty bread, or crisp veggies. Bursting with bold, vibrant flavors and a tantalizing creamy texture, this homemade red pepper dip is sure to be the star of your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large red bell peppers
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Slice the red bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and stems.

Step 3

Place the peppers cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 4

Add the whole garlic cloves on the same baking sheet.

Step 5

Drizzle the peppers and garlic with olive oil.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pepper skins are blistered and charred.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the peppers to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let them steam for about 10 minutes to loosen the skins.

Step 8

Peel the skins off the peppers once they are cool enough to handle.

Step 9

In a food processor, add the peeled red peppers, roasted garlic, cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 10

Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 11

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve the dip chilled or at room temperature with bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	828.3 grams (828.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112

Total Fat 93.70g	120%
Saturated Fat 48.50g	242%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 229mg	76%
Sodium 1916mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 49.60g	18%
Dietary Fiber 12.60g	45%
Total Sugars 28.80g
Protein 20.40g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 274mg	21%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 1570mg	33%

*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: 75.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 17.7%