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A bowl of romesco sauce
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5-Minute Romesco Sauce Recipe

Made with roasted red peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, nuts and a handful of seasonings, this Easy Romesco Sauce adds a burst of flavor to any dish. The perfect addition to chicken, fish or grilled veggies, and great for dipping too.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dip, Sauce
Cuisine: Spanish
Servings: 10 servings
Author: Suzy Karadsheh

Ingredients

  • 12 oz jarred roasted red peppers, drained
  • 14 oz canned fire-roasted tomatoes, well drained
  • 3/4 cup raw blanched almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup raw blanched hazelnuts, toasted, optional, you can use 1 cup almonds instead
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1-2 garlic cloves chopped
  • juice of half a lemon
  • 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade. Blend or pulse to your desired consistency.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

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Notes

  • This recipe makes 2 or more cups of romesco sauce. Nutrition information is a best estimate for 3 tablespoons per serving. 
  • Leftovers & Storage: store romesco sauce in the fridge in a tight-lid container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze it for up to 6 months. Be sure to use a good freezer-safe container. 
  • To use fresh red peppers: you'll need 2 peppers roasted, roasted in the oven at 425 degrees F, turning over a couple times, until charred and soft (I brush them with a bit of olive oil first). Put them in a bowl and cover until you are able to easily slide the skins off. 
  • Use it with fish, chicken, meat, or vegetables. Read my post of more specific ideas! 
  • Visit Our Shop for quality Mediterranean ingredients including extra virgin olive oils and spices. 

Nutrition

Serving: 3tablespoons | Calories: 132.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.4g | Protein: 2.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 298.2mg | Potassium: 98.3mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 1.5g | Vitamin A: 414.6IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41.1mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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