Katie's Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Katie's Roasted Red Pepper Dip is a smoky, creamy delight that's perfect for your next gathering or snack session. Featuring the robust flavors of fire-roasted red bell peppers, sweet roasted garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this velvety dip is elevated with a touch of ground cumin and smoked paprika for a subtle warmth. Cream cheese forms the base, lending a luxurious texture, while the roasted peppers bring a natural sweetness and depth. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dip pairs beautifully with crunchy pita chips, fresh veggie sticks, or crispy crackers. Whether served warm or chilled, this crowd-pleaser is sure to be the centerpiece of any appetizer spread. Perfect for game day, parties, or simply indulging at home, Katie's Roasted Red Pepper Dip is as versatile as it is irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large Red bell peppers
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Slice the red bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and stems, and place them cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and wrap them in a small piece of aluminum foil with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the foil packet on the baking sheet with the peppers.

Step 4

Roast the peppers and garlic in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the peppers' skins are charred and blistered.

Step 5

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and place the roasted peppers in a bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the peppers steam for 10 minutes. This makes peeling the skin easier.

Step 6

After steaming, peel the skins off the roasted peppers and discard them.

Step 7

Add the peeled roasted peppers, roasted garlic (along with any oil from the foil packet), cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to a food processor or blender.

Step 8

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for an hour if you prefer it cold.

Step 10

Serve with crackers, fresh vegetables, or pita chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1244.4

Total Fat 108.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 229.1mg	0%
Sodium 1917.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 20.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.4mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1590.4mg	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: 77.5%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 15.9%