Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Roasted Red Pepper Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer that brings a burst of color and taste to any gathering. Made with smoky roasted red peppers, rich cream cheese, and zesty garlic, this dip is perfect for scooping with pita chips or fresh veggies. Quick to prepare and highly versatile, it can be customized with herbs or spices to suit your palate. Whether it’s game day or a cozy get-together, this dip will leave your guests craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using fresh peppers, roast them until charred; otherwise, drain jarred ones.
- In a food processor, combine roasted red peppers, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve with pita chips or fresh veggie sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, mix in crumbled feta cheese or a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat. This dip can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.