Low Carb Homemade Muhammara

Savor the smoky, nutty flavors of this low carb homemade muhammara, a vibrant Middle Eastern dip that's as healthy as it is delicious. Made with roasted red bell peppers, toasted walnuts, and a blend of bold spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this dip is naturally gluten-free, packed with healthy fats, and keto-friendly. A hint of cayenne adds a subtle kick, while fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, making every bite irresistibly tangy and rich. Perfect as a low-carb appetizer or snack, serve this creamy dip with crunchy vegetables like cucumber slices or celery sticks for a guilt-free treat. With just a few simple steps, you can whip up a stunning, nutrient-dense dish that's sure to impress at any gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large Red bell peppers
• 1 cup Walnut halves
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally until the skin is blackened and blistered.

Step 3

Once roasted, remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a heatproof bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a plate to let them steam for about 10 minutes. This will make peeling easier.

Step 4

While the peppers are steaming, toast the walnut halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until they are golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

After steaming, peel the skin off the peppers and remove the seeds. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the peeled red peppers, toasted walnuts, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Process until the mixture is smooth and well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary to ensure everything is evenly blended.

Step 8

Taste the muhammara and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cayenne pepper based on your preference.

Step 9

Transfer the muhammara to a serving bowl and garnish with additional olive oil and a sprinkle of ground cumin or smoked paprika, if desired.

Step 10

Serve with low-carb vegetables such as cucumber slices, celery sticks, or lettuce wraps for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(764.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1358.2

Total Fat 125.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1206.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149.9mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1782.7mg	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: 78.5%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 14.9%