Best 7 Creamy Red Pepper Dip Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of "Creamy Red Pepper Dip," a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant sweetness of red peppers with a velvety smooth and creamy texture. This delightful dip offers a vibrant blend of roasted red peppers, tangy spices, and a touch of heat, creating a captivating appetizer or spread that is sure to impress your taste buds. Its versatility extends beyond mere dipping, as it can be used as a sandwich or wrap spread, a marinade for grilled vegetables or tofu, or even as a vibrant sauce for pasta or pizza. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this flavorful and versatile "Creamy Red Pepper Dip" recipe.

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HOT ROASTED RED PEPPER DIP



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
2 roasted red bell peppers (jarred)
2 cloves garlic
One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 large fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella
Toasted rustic bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a food processor, blend the roasted red peppers and garlic until combined. Add the cream cheese, mayo, Parmesan, salt, pepper and basil to the processor and blend. Spoon into the prepared baking dish. Top with the mozzarella. Bake until bubbling and the top is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve with toasted rustic bread.

CREAMY POTATO AND ROASTED RED PEPPER DIP



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This tangy potato dip is loosely based on the classic Greek skordalia and gets zip from a hefty dose of blanched garlic and fresh lemon juice. A quick roasted red pepper sauce is spooned into the middle of the potatoes to add even more flavor to this crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 russet potatoes russet potatoes (about 1 pound), scrubbed
Kosher salt
6 medium cloves garlic cloves garlic
3/4 cup whole blanched almonds
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 whole jarred roasted red peppers, rinsed and patted dry
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar white wine vinegar
Baked pita chips and/or warm fresh pita bread wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat and simmer until the potatoes are very tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Once the water is at a simmer, add the garlic cloves to the water and cook until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the garlic from the water. Cool the garlic slightly and then coarsely chop it.
  • Add the garlic to a food processor along with the almonds and 1/2 cup of oil. Process until the mixture becomes a thick paste. Transfer the paste to a large bowl and reserve.
  • Rinse out the food processor and add the roasted red peppers, parsley, pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons of the oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Process until the mixture is a mostly smooth with some small chunks. Reserve.
  • When the potatoes are tender, drain them well then cool slightly. Use a clean dishtowel to rub off the skins. Discard the skins and coarsely chop the potatoes. Run the potatoes through a food mill or ricer and add them to the bowl with the reserved almond mixture. Add 2 teaspoons salt and gently stir the potatoes and almond mixture together until just combined. Stir in the lemon juice, vinegar and 1/2 cup water. Taste for seasoning and add more salt if needed.
  • Spoon the potato mixture into a shallow baking dish and make a large well in the middle. Fill it with the reserved red pepper sauce and lightly drizzle everything with olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature with pita chips and/or warm pita bread wedges.

MARY'S ROASTED RED PEPPER DIP



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This is a HUGE hit at all of my parties!!! With kids, as well as adults...and it is very easy to make!!! Serve this flavorful dip with tortilla chips. Roasted red peppers and two kinds of cheese create the perfect combination. Adjust the amounts of onion and garlic to taste.

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and diced
¾ pound shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small baking dish, mix the roasted red peppers, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, garlic and Dijon-style mustard.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 20 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 224.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CREAMY RED PEPPER DIP



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Pull together an easy appetizer with our Creamy Red Pepper Dip recipe! Serve this tasty red pepper dip with an assortment of crackers, veggies and chips.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
1 jar (7-1/2 oz.) roasted red peppers, drained
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Steps:

  • Process ingredients in food processor until peppers are finely chopped and mixture is blended. Spoon into bowl.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 125 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

CREAMY RED PEPPER DIP



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This flavorful dip looks so pretty served in sweet yellow pepper halves. It's great with fresh veggies.-Linda Murray, Allenstown, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 garlic clove, peeled
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained
2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, halved
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a food processor, process garlic until minced. Add the cream cheese, red peppers, onions, lemon juice and cumin; cover and process until smooth. Spoon into pepper halves. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts :

GUILT FREE CREAMY ROASTED RED PEPPER & BASIL DIP (LOW FAT)



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This is really tasty and you wouldn't really guess it is so low fat if you didn't already know. It is good with chips and vegetables and also really nice as a dip served with cold cooked shrimp, almost like shrimp cocktail. I also use it on my sandwiches instead of just plain mayo to give me lots of taste without fat. The cooking time includes the 1hr chilling time.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories     Peppers

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup roasted sweet red pepper, from a jar, roughly chopped
1 cup fresh basil leaf
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Put the sweet peppers and bail into a food processor or mini chopper and blitz for about 30 seconds until the sweet peppers are really finely chopped and combined with the basil.
  • Combine the mayo, yogurt, onion flakes and garlic powder in a bowl making sure everything is well mixed.
  • Stir in the sweet red pepper mixture and combine well.
  • Cover and chill in the fridge for at least and hour but the longer the better so the flavors develop.
  • Take out and serve or spread on a sandwich like normal mayo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.9, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 4.1, Sodium 276.3, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 7, Protein 3.2

CREAMY CRAB AND RED PEPPER SPREAD



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Sweet, tender lump crabmeat in a creamy spread with green onions and red peppers makes for an upscale appetizer spread.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 2h10m

Yield 22

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
1 (8 ounce) tub PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1 (6 ounce) can lump crabmeat, drained
½ cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 small red pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
RITZ Reduced Fat Crackers

Steps:

  • Reserve 2 tablespoons onions. Mix remaining onions with all remaining ingredients except crackers.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Top with reserved onions. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 16.2 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 114.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: For a sweeter dip, use ripe red bell peppers. For a spicier dip, use roasted red peppers or chipotle peppers in adobo.
  • Roast the peppers: Roasting the peppers brings out their natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast them in the oven or on the grill.
  • Use a high-quality cream cheese: The cream cheese is the base of the dip, so make sure you use a good quality brand.
  • Add some acidity: A little bit of lemon juice or white vinegar can help to brighten up the flavor of the dip.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the dip before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Creamy red pepper dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or tangy, there is a creamy red pepper dip recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give creamy red pepper dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

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