Whole30 Roasted Red Pepper Spread

Elevate your snacking game with this Whole30 Roasted Red Pepper Spread—a vibrant, creamy, and smoky dip that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Made with roasted red bell peppers, naturally sweet and slightly charred, blended with raw cashews for a luscious, dairy-free texture, this spread is packed with wholesome ingredients that fit perfectly into a Whole30 or clean-eating lifestyle. A hint of smoked paprika and ground cumin adds a warm, smoky depth, while fresh lemon juice delivers a zesty brightness. Perfect as a dip for veggies, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for grilled proteins, this versatile recipe is ready in just under an hour and stays fresh for up to 5 days. Whether you're entertaining or meal prepping, this roasted red pepper spread is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large red bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup raw cashews
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

Wash the red bell peppers and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the stems, seeds, and membranes.

Step 3

Place the bell pepper halves on a baking sheet, cut side down, and roast them in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred.

Step 4

Once roasted, transfer the peppers to a bowl and cover them with a lid or plastic wrap. Let them sit for 10 minutes to steam, which will make peeling the skin easier.

Step 5

While the peppers are steaming, soak the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain them.

Step 6

After steaming, peel the charred skin off the red peppers and discard it.

Step 7

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, drained cashews, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, water, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.

Step 10

Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and serve immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1123.8

Total Fat 78.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2524.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 34.0g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111.1mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2426.2mg	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: 60.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 29.5%