High Protein Homemade Muhammara

Elevate your snack game with this High Protein Homemade Muhammara, a flavor-packed twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip. Made with roasted red bell peppers, toasted walnuts, and a nutritious boost from cooked chickpeas, this creamy spread is as wholesome as it is delicious. Pomegranate molasses adds a tangy sweetness, while warm spices like cumin and red pepper flakes lend depth and a subtle kick. Perfectly balanced with a hint of lemon and garlic, this high-protein appetizer is not just a dip but a versatile condiment for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or whole-grain breads. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for health-conscious foodies and flavor enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large red bell peppers
• 1 cup walnuts
• 0.5 cup cooked chickpeas
• 0.5 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground red pepper (Aleppo or red chili flakes)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Wash the red bell peppers and place them on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally until the skin is charred and blistered.

Step 3

Once roasted, transfer the peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a lid to allow them to steam for about 10 minutes. This will make peeling the skin easier.

Step 4

While the peppers are steaming, toast the walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are lightly browned and fragrant.

Step 5

Transfer the toasted walnuts to a food processor and add the cooked chickpeas, bread crumbs, pomegranate molasses, olive oil, peeled garlic cloves, lemon juice, ground cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Peel the charred skin from the roasted peppers, remove the stems, and seeds, and add the flesh to the food processor.

Step 7

Blend the mixture until smooth but with some texture remaining, scraping down the sides as needed. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the muhammara to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with a few whole walnuts or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.

Step 9

Serve with warm pita bread, sliced vegetables, or as a condiment with grilled meats or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2068.9

Total Fat 117.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2048.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.8g	0%
Total Sugars 91.1g
Protein 52.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 366.8mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 2817.7mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 41.5%