Roasted red peppers: The perfect smoky twist for your dishes
What's the story
Roasted red peppers are one of the most versatile ingredients that can elevate any dish's flavor. Their smoky, sweet flavor is a favorite across cuisines.
From adding depth to your pasta to making an interesting dip, roasted red peppers can be the star of your cooking.
Here are five creative recipes to show you the delicious potential of roasted red peppers in simple yet delightful ways.
Dip delight
Roasted red pepper hummus
Roasted red pepper hummus is a delicious twist on the classic dip.
Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and roasted red peppers until smooth.
This colorful hummus goes well with pita bread or fresh vegetables for a healthy snack option.
The roasted red peppers add a hint of sweetness and elevate the overall taste profile.
Pasta perfection
Creamy roasted red pepper pasta
For a creamy pasta dish with a twist, try putting roasted red peppers in your sauce.
Blend them with cream cheese or cashew cream for a rich texture. Add garlic and basil for extra flavor before tossing it with your favorite pasta.
This dish gives an exciting alternative to traditional tomato-based sauces.
Quinoa filling
Stuffed bell peppers with quinoa
Stuffed bell peppers make for an appealing meal when filled with quinoa and roasted red peppers.
Mix cooked quinoa with diced roasted red peppers, black beans, corn, and spices like cumin and paprika.
Fill halved bell peppers with this mixture before baking until tender for an easy yet satisfying dinner option.
Soup sensation
Roasted red pepper soup
A warm bowl of roasted red pepper soup hits the spot on any day.
Simply saute onions and garlic before adding chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth along with sliced roasted red peppers.
Let it simmer until everything is tender, then blend until smooth for a creamy soup that brings out the natural sweetness of the ingredients.
Sandwich surprise
Grilled vegetable sandwiches
Grilled vegetable sandwiches with roasted red peppers are all about layers of flavors in every bite.
Grill zucchini slices and eggplant rounds, then layer them on whole-grain bread with slices of mozzarella cheese + strips of juicy, grilled-roasted-red-pepper goodness.
Toast these beauties until a golden brown perfection reveals itself from within each slice.