Red Pepper Pesto: Easy and Flavorful Recipe for Home Cooks
Discover how to make a delicious and easy red pepper pesto at home that will elevate your meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups roasted red bell peppers
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly add the olive oil and process until smooth.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and pulse to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free substitute.
- This pesto pairs well with pasta, sandwiches, and as a dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg