Dairy-Free Roasted Red Pepper Spread

Creamy, smoky, and utterly irresistible, this Dairy-Free Roasted Red Pepper Spread is the perfect plant-based alternative to traditional creamy dips and spreads. Made with vibrant roasted red bell peppers, protein-packed raw cashews, and nutrient-rich nutritional yeast, this versatile spread delivers bold flavors with every bite. Hints of garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika elevate the taste, making it the ultimate addition to your appetizers or meal prep lineup. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Use it as a sandwich spread, a dip for fresh veggies, or a topping for grain bowls—this dairy-free, vegan spread is a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large red bell peppers
• 0.5 cup raw cashews
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Rinse the red bell peppers and place them directly on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Roast the peppers in the oven for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.

Step 4

While the peppers are roasting, place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let the cashews soak for at least 15 minutes.

Step 5

Once the peppers are charred, remove them from the oven and place them in a bowl. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap to let them steam for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Peel off the skins from the cooled peppers, then remove the stems and seeds.

Step 7

Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a food processor or blender.

Step 8

Add the roasted peppers, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and water to the food processor.

Step 9

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 11

Transfer the spread to a bowl or airtight container and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 12

Serve as a spread on sandwiches or as a dip with vegetables and crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	810.2

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2365.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 23.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.1mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1870.5mg	0%

*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: 58.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 30.1%