Nut-Free Homemade Muhammara

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Nut-Free Homemade Muhammara, a creative twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip that swaps nuts for toasted sunflower seeds, making it perfect for allergy-friendly gatherings. Roasted red bell peppers form the rich, smoky base, while pomegranate molasses and a touch of lemon juice lend the perfect balance of tangy sweetness. Infused with warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and thickened with breadcrumbs, this silky spread is quick to prepare, ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Serve it with pita bread, crisp veggies, or as part of a mezze platter for an irresistible appetizer that’s both nut-free and bursting with bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 red bell peppers
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 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 them in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the skins are charred and the peppers are tender.

Step 3

Remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a bowl, covering with a lid or plastic wrap for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to remove the skins.

Step 4

Meanwhile, toast the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and start to become fragrant. This should take about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

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

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the peeled roasted peppers, toasted sunflower seeds, breadcrumbs, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Blend the ingredients until you reach a smooth and creamy consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You may add more pomegranate molasses or lemon juice for sweetness or tanginess if desired.

Step 8

Transfer the Muhammara to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil before serving.

Step 9

Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as part of a mezze platter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(491.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1461.0

Total Fat 99.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2070.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.4g	0%
Total Sugars 62.9g
Protein 25.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159.5mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1338.3mg	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: 59.7%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 33.7%