Sugar-Free Homemade Muhammara

Dive into the delicious world of Middle Eastern cuisine with this Sugar-Free Homemade Muhammara, a smoky, nutty, and slightly tangy red pepper and walnut dip that captivates your taste buds without added sugars. Made from roasted red bell peppers, toasted walnuts, and a vibrant blend of spices including cumin and paprika, this naturally sweetened dip gets its signature richness from pomegranate molasses and olive oil. With its creamy yet textured consistency, this healthy muhammara is perfect as a versatile appetizer or spread, pairing beautifully with warm pita, crunchy vegetables, or even grilled meats. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe balances wholesome ingredients with bold flavors, making it a must-try for dip lovers seeking a sugar-free alternative!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 whole Red bell peppers
• 1 cup Walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Pomegranate molasses
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.

Step 3

Roast the peppers in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the skins are charred and the peppers are tender, turning them halfway through.

Step 4

While the peppers are roasting, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Remove the roasted peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let steam for 10 minutes; this will make it easier to remove the skins.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, toasted walnuts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, paprika, pomegranate molasses, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture should be creamy with some small bits for texture.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or spice if desired.

Step 10

Transfer the muhammara to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired, and sprinkle with additional toasted walnuts for garnish.

Step 11

Serve as a dip with pita bread, vegetables, or use as a spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(659.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724.9

Total Fat 125.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2074.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 68.6g
Protein 30.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.1mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1535.0mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 30.2%