Embrace the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our carefully curated guide to making the perfect roasted red pepper and walnut dip with pomegranate. This tantalizing appetizer or dip is an orchestra of flavors and textures, featuring the smokiness of roasted red peppers, the nutty richness of walnuts, and the vibrant tang of pomegranate. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a delightful snack, this recipe will take your taste buds on a culinary journey to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean.
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ROASTED RED PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP WITH POMEGRANATE
Charred bell peppers, pitted dates, and toasted walnuts are topped with juicy pomegranate seeds to make a savory dip perfect for whole-wheat pita bread.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Char peppers over gas burners or in broiler, turning frequently. Transfer to a medium bowl and top with a plate. Let cool slightly. Rub off skins and remove stems and seeds. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, soak dates in hot water for 10 minutes until softened. Drain.
- Pulse pomegranate seeds in a food processor. Strain liquid, discarding solids. Return to food processor and add roasted peppers, softened dates, walnuts, and red pepper flakes. Process until smooth. Slowly add olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toast pitas over gas burners or in broiler, turning frequently. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt. Serve warm with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 11 g, Sodium 357 g
ROASTED RED PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP
Steps:
- Put the pomegranate juice, into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until juice is reduced to about 2 tablespoons, about 6 minutes. Set aside to cool and thicken.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over a medium-high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Put the walnuts and bread crumbs into a food processor and process until finely ground. Add the reduced pomegranate juice or pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, red peppers, cayenne pepper and cumin and process until smooth. With the processor on add the olive oil in a thin stream. Season with salt, to taste. Sprinkle with cumin and olive oil and serve.
- Serve with pita toasts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calorie, Fat 7.4 grams, SaturatedFat 2.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 136 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 0.6 grams, Protein 1.6 grams
RED PEPPER DIP WITH WALNUTS AND POMEGRANATE
This dish, called muhammara, is a beautiful coarse purée of roasted red peppers, chilies, walnuts, garlic and pomegranate molasses.
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Roast peppers and chili over a gas burner or under a broiler, turning frequently until blackened and blistered all over, about 12 minutes. Place in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes. Rub off skins; slit peppers open and remove stems, membranes and seeds. Spread peppers, smooth side up, on a paper towel and let drain for 10 minutes.
- In a food processor, grind walnuts and crackers with lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, cumin, salt and sugar until smooth. Add bell peppers and process until puréed and creamy. With machine on, add olive oil in a thin stream. Add chili to taste. If paste is too thick, thin with 1 to 2 tablespoons water. Refrigerate overnight.
- To serve, let dip come to room temperature and sprinkle with cumin and olive oil. Toast pitas in a 350-degree oven, and cut into triangles. Serve with dip.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 407, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 688 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ROASTED RED PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP (MUHUMMARA)
Provided by Aarti Sequeira
Categories condiment
Time 27m
Yield about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Roast the red peppers. Place each bell pepper over the open flame of a gas burner or grill, cooking until the skin blackens and blisters. Rotate the peppers and blacken all the way around, about 15 minutes. Alternatively, you can roast the peppers in the oven by placing the bell peppers on a baking sheet and placing under the broiler, turning frequently, until the peppers are blackened and blistered all over. Put the blackened peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside to steam.
- Toast the walnuts. Spread the walnuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pop into the oven until light golden brown and aromatic, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- Peel the red peppers using a paring knife. Discard the peels, stem and seeds. Throw the roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses and olive oil into a food processor with a teaspoon of salt, and run until the dip is smooth. Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly. Cool and serve.
RED-PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP WITH POMEGRANATE
This recipe comes from our book "Clean Slate: A Cookbook and Guide."
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 15m
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak dates in hot water until softened, about 10 minutes; drain. Pulse dates, red peppers, pomegranate juice, walnuts, and red-pepper flakes in food processor until smooth. With machine running, slowly add olive oil until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and pepper. Dip can be stored in refrigerator in an airtight container up to 3 days. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and serve with pita bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
ROASTED RED PEPPERWALNUT DIP
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Condiment/Spread Blender Nut Side No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy Walnut Vegan Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Blend together walnuts, roasted peppers, bread pieces, garlic paste, lemon juice, cumin, and cayenne in a food processor until as smooth as possible, about 1 minute.
- With motor running, add oil in a slow stream and blend until combined well. Season to taste with salt and additional lemon juice, as well as additional cayenne and minced garlic.
ROASTED RED PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP
This robust red-pepper dip is based on muhammara, a Middle Eastern specialty whose name describes its brick-red color. For best results, make it a day ahead to let the flavors blend. Serve with toasted pita wedges or crudités.
Yield makes 2 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Roast peppers directly over flame of a gas-stove burner on high heat, turning with tongs, until blackened all over. (Or place peppers under the broiler, turning often, until skin has charred.) Transfer peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let steam 15 minutes. Using paper towels, rub off skins, then remove stems, seeds, and ribs.
- Break toasted pita bread into 2-inch pieces; place in a bowl and add the water. Let soak until soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a sieve, and drain well, pressing out excess water.
- Process garlic and walnuts in a food processor until finely ground, about 10 seconds. Add paprika, cumin, the roasted peppers, and the pita bread; process until smooth, about 10 seconds. Add vinegar, lemon juice, oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); season with pepper. Pulse until combined.
- Transfer dip to a bowl; cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, or up to overnight. Before serving, bring to room temperature; drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with walnuts and paprika, as desired.
- (Per 1/4-cup serving)
- Calories: 111
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.6g
- Protein: 2.7g
- Sodium: 118mg
- Fiber: 1.8g
TANGY ROAST PEPPER & WALNUT DIP
A nice and spicy partner to pre-dinner drinks. Great with some toasted pitta for dipping
Provided by Jennifer Joyce
Categories Buffet, Canapes
Time 12m
Yield Serves 8, with other dishes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a pan, heat the ground cumin and pimenton in the olive oil until fragrant. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a food processor, then season with salt and pepper. With the motor running, slowly pour in the spiced olive oil until incorporated. Add a tbsp of water if it's too thick. Scoop into a bowl and serve with freshly ground black pepper and pimenton on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.44 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the ripest, reddest peppers you can find. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your dip.
- Roast the peppers until they are charred and slightly blackened. This will give them a smoky, caramelized flavor.
- Be careful not to over-roast the peppers. If they are too charred, they will be bitter and difficult to peel.
- Use a food processor or high-powered blender to make the dip. This will ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add the walnuts and pomegranate seeds just before serving. This will prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Serve the dip with pita bread, crackers, or vegetable crudités.
Conclusion:
Roasted red pepper and walnut dip with pomegranate is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. The dip is creamy, flavorful, and has a beautiful pop of color from the pomegranate seeds. It is also a healthy choice, as it is packed with nutrients from the peppers, walnuts, and pomegranate seeds. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy dip, give this recipe a try!
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