Paleo Homemade Muhammara

Experience the bold and smoky flavors of the Middle East with this Paleo Homemade Muhammara, a vibrant red pepper and walnut dip that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Made with roasted red bell peppers, lightly toasted walnuts, and a touch of pomegranate molasses, this recipe is a paleo-friendly twist on the traditional dish. Spiced with smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne for depth, and brightened with zesty lemon juice, this creamy and rich spread is ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect as a dip with fresh veggies, a sauce for grilled meats, or a flavorful addition to any paleo platter, this Muhammara is a versatile and healthy crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large Red bell peppers
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Pomegranate molasses

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skins are charred and the peppers are soft.

Step 3

Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with a plate or plastic wrap and let the peppers steam for about 10 minutes. This will make peeling easier.

Step 4

While the peppers are steaming, lightly toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Once the peppers are cool enough to handle, peel away the skins and remove the seeds and stems.

Step 6

In a food processor, combine peeled red peppers, toasted walnuts, olive oil, garlic cloves, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, cayenne pepper, and pomegranate molasses.

Step 7

Process the mixture until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cayenne pepper as desired.

Step 9

Transfer the Muhammara to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired and sprinkle with additional walnuts or herbs for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a dip with fresh vegetables or paleo-friendly crackers, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(801.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1573.2

Total Fat 136.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1203.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 48.0g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1901.7mg	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: 74.6%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 19.3%