Roasted Red Pepper Dressing brings a delightful smoky flavor to any salad. The rich blend of charred peppers and seasonings creates a perfect balance for your greens.
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Roasted red pepper dressing recipe
Roasted red pepper dressing combines charred sweet peppers with complementary ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. It’s a delightful combination of smoky sweetness and creamy texture.
One of the most appealing aspects is its make-ahead capability. The roasted red pepper salad dressing maintains its quality when refrigerated, offering an extended shelf life compared to many homemade dressings.
This dressing also packs a nutritional punch. It’s rich in vitamins, particularly Vitamin C and A from the red peppers. The roasted peppers provide a good source of antioxidants.
This versatile roasted red pepper dressing is a perfect match for light dishes, adding a smoky and sweet note that balances flavors beautifully. It also serves as a delicious dip for fresh vegetables, pita bread, chips, or crackers.
As a salad dressing, it enhances green, quinoa, rice, and pasta salads. It also brings a vibrant, smoky-sweet depth to farro with fresh herbs.
For main dishes, use it as a marinade for chicken, beef, or tofu. Drizzle it over grilled meats, add it to soups like tomato or roasted garlic, or spread it on sandwiches and wraps. Get creative by using it on pizzas or serving it over scrambled eggs and frittatas.
This is how to make the roasted red pepper dressing:
Roasted red pepper dressing
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Ingredients
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, for added sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven’s broiler or set up a gas stove flame. Place the red peppers on a baking sheet under the broiler, or hold them over the flame with tongs, turning occasionally until the skin is charred and blackened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Place the peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 10 minutes. Once cooled, peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and set the peppers aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, honey or maple syrup, and smoked paprika. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt and black pepper to taste, then blend again briefly to combine.
- Use the dressing immediately or refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to a week. Shake or stir before using.
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Variations
Enjoy roasted red pepper dressing in various forms, adjusting ingredients to achieve your ideal balance of flavors.
- Creamy Versions
- Add Greek yogurt for tanginess
- Include heavy cream for richness
- Add crème fraîche for complexity
- Spicy Variations can include fresh chilies (jalapeños, serranos) or dried spices (cayenne, red pepper flakes).
- Herb-Infused Roasted Red Pepper Dressing
- Add fresh herbs (like dill or chives)
- The version completes the smokiness
- Nutty Version
- Add a spoonful of tahini or almond butter.
- Turns the dressing richer and pairs well with roasted root vegetables.
- Tomato-Red Pepper Version
- Blend in sun-dried tomatoes or roasted cherry tomatoes.
- Deepens the flavor and gives an umami kick.
- Avocado Addition
- Add half an avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- Works beautifully as a salad dressing or grain bowl topping.