Best 20 Pepper Dressing Recipes

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When it comes to adding a burst of flavor to your salads, sandwiches, and grilled meats, nothing beats a tangy and flavorful pepper dressing. Made with a combination of fresh peppers, herbs, spices, and a base of oil and vinegar, pepper dressings are incredibly versatile and can be tailored to your personal taste preferences. Whether you prefer a mild and sweet dressing or a fiery and spicy one, there's a pepper dressing recipe out there to suit your needs. In this article, we'll guide you through the creation of a delicious and flavorful pepper dressing that will elevate your culinary creations to the next level.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ROASTED RED PEPPER DRESSING



Roasted Red Pepper Dressing image

This is a sweet and tangy vinaigrette that can be used on salads, meats, and grilled vegetables.

Provided by Sarah Agrella

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 red bell peppers
2 yellow bell peppers
¾ cup red wine vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Cut the peppers in half from top to bottom; remove the stem, seeds, and ribs, then place the peppers cut-side-down onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, about 5 minutes. Place the blackened peppers into a bowl, and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow the peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Once cool, remove the skins and discard. Transfer the roasted peppers to a blender or food processor. Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt; process until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 146.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

PEPPER-PARMESAN DRESSING



Pepper-Parmesan Dressing image

Simple pepper parmesan salad dressing or dipping sauce for veggies! Hint:You can adjust the amount of pepper and garlic to suit your taste.

Provided by DEBNJAMES

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup sour cream
¾ cup lowfat buttermilk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
2 pinches salt

Steps:

  • Place sour cream, buttermilk, Parmesan, garlic, vinegar, pepper and salt into a blender or food processor and blend until well combined. Transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor. Note: Adjust amounts of salt and pepper to taste. If a thinner consistency is desired, add more buttermilk. To thicken, add equal parts of sour cream and parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 172.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CRACKED PEPPER SALAD DRESSING



Cracked Pepper Salad Dressing image

The pepper is bold but not too sharp in this creamy dressing that will complement your favorite salad ingredients. It's easy to mix up and great to have on hand.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk all the ingredients. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. May be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

TUNA, WHITE BEAN, AND ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH CREAM DIJON DRESSING



Tuna, White Bean, and Roasted Pepper Salad with Cream Dijon Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Fish     Mustard     Olive     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Buffet     Mayonnaise     Tuna     Bell Pepper     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
5 cups mixed baby greens
1 15-ounce can small white beans, rinsed, drained
2/3 cup chopped drained roasted red peppers from jar
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1 12-ounce can chunk light tuna
2/3 cup Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, pitted, halved

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Toss greens in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Place greens in center of 4 plates. Toss beans, red peppers and onion in medium bowl with enough dressing to coat. Top greens with bean mixture, then tuna, dividing equally. Garnish with olives and serve.

CRACKED PEPPER SALAD DRESSING



Cracked Pepper Salad Dressing image

Add this creamy dressing to your favorite salad ingredients. If you love a pepper dressing that is bold but not too sharp, try this one.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped green onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended.
  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • May be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.8, Fat 65.2, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 56.8, Sodium 1437.8, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 13.4, Protein 5.4

ARUGULA SALAD WITH LEMON-PEPPER DRESSING



Arugula Salad with Lemon-Pepper Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Arugula     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
6 cups coarsely torn arugula

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add arugula to bowl and toss to coat.

THREE-PEPPER SLAW WITH CHIPOTLE DRESSING



Three-Pepper Slaw with Chipotle Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Low Fat     Bell Pepper     Summer     Jícama     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey
5 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 large green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
12 ounces jicama, peeled, cut into thin strips
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Purée first 6 ingredients in blender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Toss bell peppers, jicama and dressing in large bowl to coat. Season slaw with salt. Cover and refrigerate until vegetables soften slightly but are still crunchy, about 4 hours.
  • Mix chopped parsley into coleslaw. Serve at room temperature.

GRILLED PORTOBELLO AND RED BELL PEPPER SALAD WITH ROSEMARY DRESSING



Grilled Portobello and Red Bell Pepper Salad with Rosemary Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Food Processor     Mushroom     Appetizer     Side     Bell Pepper     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 large portobello mushrooms (about 2 pounds total), stemmed
2/3 cup olive oil
2 large red bell peppers
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 4- to 5-ounce package mixed baby greens

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush both sides of portobello mushrooms with 1/3 cup olive oil. Place whole mushrooms and whole red bell peppers on grill rack. Grill until mushrooms are tender and bell peppers are blackened on all sides, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes for mushrooms and 25 minutes for bell peppers. Transfer mushrooms to plate. Enclose bell peppers in paper bag. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Cut mushrooms into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Season mushrooms and peppers to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, chopped fresh rosemary and garlic clove in food processor. With machine running, gradually add remaining 1/3 cup olive oil and process until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange mixed baby greens on large platter. Top with portobello mushroom strips, then red bell pepper strips. Drizzle dressing over and serve.

CREAMY BLACK PEPPER DRESSING



Creamy Black Pepper Dressing image

Make and share this Creamy Black Pepper Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 3 cs.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated cheese
1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients until well combined and chill thoroughly before serving.

BLACK BEAN, CORN AND RED PEPPER SALAD WITH CHILE-LIME DRESSING



Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Salad With Chile-Lime Dressing image

This recipe was in the Seattle Times August 20, 2008. It's different from other black bean and corn salads I think because of the lime juice. When I made it, I used only one can of beans and that was plenty for us. I also used garlic salt instead of regular salt. This is a very good and refreshing salad that goes well with Mexican food. I think it would also be good with a couple of fresh, seeded, and minced jalapenos added.

Provided by Kendra

Categories     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch cayenne
6 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
salt (to taste)
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can corn
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely minced
1/4 cup cilantro, Chopped
3 green onions, very thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together cumin, chili powder, lime juice, olive oil and salt.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the beans, corn, red pepper and red onion.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.
  • Chill if desired.
  • Just before serving, top with cilantro and green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.6, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 13.5, Carbohydrate 41.2, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 3, Protein 11.5

SPINACH, CORN AND ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE DRESSING



Spinach, Corn and Roasted Pepper Salad with Chipotle Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Corn     Spinach     Bell Pepper     Fall     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped canned chipotle chilies*
2 large red bell peppers
2 cups frozen yellow corn kernels, thawed
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 6-ounce bag fresh baby spinach leaves
Fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Stir cumin in small skillet over low heat just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Whisk in oil, then lime juice and chipotle chilies. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut peppers into 1/2-inch-wide strips. Transfer to large bowl. Add corn, green onions, chopped cilantro and dressing and toss to coat. Add spinach to bowl and toss to blend. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves.
  • *Chipotle chilies canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

ROAST BEEF, RED PEPPER, SPINACH, AND FETA SANDWICHES WITH TAHINI DRESSING



Roast Beef, Red Pepper, Spinach, and Feta Sandwiches with Tahini Dressing image

Categories     Sandwich     Beef     Cheese     Leafy Green     Pepper     No-Cook     Picnic     Super Bowl     Lunch     Feta     Spinach     Bell Pepper     Summer     Tailgating     Poker/Game Night     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained, chopped
1/3 cup chopped green onion
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1-pound loaf flat rustic bread such as focaccia or ciabatta, (about 2 1/2 inches high), cut horizontally in half
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 pound thinly sliced rare roast beef
2 cups (packed) baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Mix first 6 ingredients and half of garlic in small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt. Whisk remaining garlic, tahini, water, and lemon juice in small bowl to blend. Season tahini dressing to taste with salt. Place bread, cut side up, on work surface. Spread red pepper mixture over both cut sides of bread. Sprinkle cheese over bottom half of loaf. Layer half of roast beef over cheese; drizzle with 1/3 of tahini dressing. Layer remaining roast beef over dressing and drizzle with half of remaining dressing. Top with spinach leaves; drizzle with remaining dressing. Press top half of loaf onto spinach. Cut sandwich lengthwise in half, then crosswise into quarters for a total of 8 sandwiches. Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.

ITALIAN HERB PORK CHOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER ITALIAN DRESSING



Italian Herb Pork Chops With Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing image

Quick Recipes: Italian Herb Pork Chops with Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing and Garlic Butter Rice

Provided by jrgradner

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large pork chops
2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/4 cup Kraft roasted red pepper italian parmesan dressing
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Medium heat large skillet with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle each pork chop evenly with seasonings.
  • Sear on both sides.
  • Turn fire down and let pork chops cook covered until done on both sides.
  • After pork chops are drained on both side, put on a plate and cove with dressing.
  • Cook your favorite brand of garlic butter rice following directions on package.
  • A pretty easy and tasty meal made within 15 minutes. Please, send us more of your quick and easy recipes to share.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.3, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 69.9, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 23.2

CREAMY LEMONY PEPPER PARMESAN DRESSING OVER ROMAINE



Creamy Lemony Pepper Parmesan Dressing over Romaine image

This was recommended to me by MTDavids-it's so good I'm passing it along to you! From Rachael Ray on 30 Minute Meals. New England, Mid Atlantic regions, Italy.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons mayonnaise, heaping
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 pinch salt
3 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped

Steps:

  • To make the dressing:.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, lemon zest (grated yellow part of lemon) and lemon juice. Add pepper and whisk the dressing and pour in the extra-virgin olive oil slowly while you whisk. Once the oil is combined with the the lemon juice and the mayonnaise, switch utensils and stir in the cheese and a pinch of salt with a spoon or rubber spatula.
  • Chop up the lettuce into 2-inch pieces. Place the lettuce in a salad bowl and top with the dressing, and serve. Enjoy!

SPINACH SALAD WITH CHILI PEPPER DRESSING



Spinach Salad with Chili Pepper Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Egg     Mushroom     Olive     Side     Lunch     Bacon     Spinach     Jícama     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bacon slices
2 pounds spinach (about 2 large bunches)
1/2 cup pitted ripe black olives
1/4 pound mushrooms
1/2 pound jícama
6 scallions
2 hard-boiled large eggs
1/2 to 3/4 cup Chili Pepper Dressing , or to taste
4 ounces queso blanco cheese or feta

Steps:

  • In a skillet cook bacon over moderately low heat until crisp and transfer to paper towels to drain. Crumble bacon. Discard coarse stems from spinach and tear leaves into bite-size pieces. Quarter olives and thinly slice mushrooms. Peel jícama and cut into 1/2-cubes. Mince scallions and finely chop eggs.
  • In a large bowl toss spinach with bacon, olives, mushrooms, jícama, and scallions. Add dressing and toss well.
  • Crumble cheese over salad and sprinkle with eggs.

PEPPER SALAD DRESSING



Pepper Salad Dressing image

This dressing is a zippy salad topper that's creamy and rich. It's so simple to mix up a big batch of this hearty dressing. I give bottles as gifts.-Sue Braunschweig, Delafield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield about 2 gallons.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 quarts mayonnaise
2 quarts half-and-half cream
3/4 cup coarsely ground pepper
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup salt
2 tablespoons white pepper
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; mix well. Transfer to jars or bottles; refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET PEPPER FRENCH DRESSING



Sweet Pepper French Dressing image

This is a sweet and tangy French dressing with subtle tastes of bell peppers and pimientos accented by the flavor of the olive oil. If you prefer a thicker dressing consistency, use 1 cup olive oil.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     French Dressing Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup cider vinegar
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup white sugar
1 (2 ounce) jar pimento peppers, drained and chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend cider vinegar, catsup, white sugar, pimentos, green bell pepper, lemon juice, onion, mustard, and salt in a blender until smooth. Stream olive oil into the vinegar mixture while blending; blend until the dressing emulsifies.
  • Pour dressing into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 157.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

BLACK PEPPER PARMESAN DRESSING



Black Pepper Parmesan Dressing image

Make and share this Black Pepper Parmesan Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     High In...

Time 12m

Yield 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup skim milk buttermilk
1/3 cup nonfat cottage cheese
1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
4 teaspoons wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper, ground (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in blender or food processor.
  • Blend until smooth.

ZUCCHINI AND CHERRY TOMATOES WITH RED PEPPER DRESSING



Zucchini and Cherry Tomatoes With Red Pepper Dressing image

Zucchini's inherent versatility is well known. It shows up in pastas, vegetable stews and can even be pickled. In this salad, thinly sliced zucchini is very briefly blanched, then paired with other summery ingredients and served at room temperature. Roast the red pepper yourself or use a quality brand from a jar.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds zucchini or summer squash, sliced lengthwise 1/8-inch thick
1/2 cup roughly chopped roasted red pepper (see note)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Maras pepper flakes, Korean pepper flakes or sweet paprika
Pinch of cayenne
Salt and pepper
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved and lightly salted
A few fresh oregano leaves and flowers, for garnish, or a few small basil leaves
Parsley leaves, for garnish
Olives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Working in batches, blanch zucchini strips for 1 minute, then remove with a spider or slotted spoon and spread on a kitchen towel-lined baking sheet to cool.
  • Make the dressing: Put roasted red pepper, garlic, oil, mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, Maras pepper and cayenne in a blender and purée until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust acidity with a few drops of lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Arrange zucchini and cherry tomatoes on a platter. Drizzle judiciously with dressing (reserve excess dressing for up to a week) and garnish with oregano, parsley and olives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 123, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 557 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

OPEN-FACE CRAB BURGERS WITH RED PEPPER DRESSING



Open-Face Crab Burgers with Red Pepper Dressing image

Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley

Categories     Broil     Low Cal     Father's Day     Dinner     Lunch     Mayonnaise     Crab     Bell Pepper     Summer     Green Onion/Scallion     Breadcrumbs     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Dressing:
1/4 cup mayonnaise (preferably organic)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons minced drained roasted red pepper from jar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon ketchup (preferably organic)
1 tablespoon hot chili sauce (such as sriracha)*
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
Crab burgers:
1/4 cup mayonnaise (preferably organic)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon hot chili sauce (such as sriracha)*
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons minced drained roasted red pepper from jar
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, picked over
1 3/4 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs),* divided
3 3-to 4-inch ciabatta rolls, halved horizontally
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter plus more for rolls
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil or vegetable oil
6 crisp heart of romaine lettuce leaves, trimmed to 6-inch length

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Mix all ingredients in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • For crab burgers:
  • Whisk first 7 ingredients in large bowl. Mix in red pepper and green onion. Gently mix in crab and 3/4 cup panko. Sprinkle 1 cup panko on rimmed baking sheet. Using 1/4 cupful for each burger, shape crab mixture into twelve 3-inch patties. Press into crumbs on sheet to coat both sides; keep crab burgers on sheet. Cover with plastic wrap. Chill at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat broiler. Spread cut sides of rolls with butter. Broil rolls, buttered side up, until golden, about 2 minutes; cover.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter with oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, add burgers to skillet. Sauté until brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Arrange 1 roll half, cut side up, on each plate. Top each with lettuce leaf, then 2 crab burgers. Spoon dressing over.

Tips:

  • Choose the right bell peppers: For the best flavor, choose ripe, brightly colored bell peppers. Look for peppers that are firm and have no blemishes.
  • Roast the bell peppers: Roasting the bell peppers brings out their natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast them in the oven or on the grill.
  • Use a food processor: A food processor makes it easy to puree the roasted bell peppers and other ingredients until smooth.
  • Adjust the seasonings to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and other seasonings you add to the dressing will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use the dressing on salads, sandwiches, and more: Pepper dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. Try it on salads, sandwiches, wraps, and even grilled meats.

Conclusion:

Pepper dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. With its smoky, sweet, and slightly spicy flavor, pepper dressing is sure to become a new favorite. So next time you're looking for a new way to dress up your salad or sandwich, give pepper dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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