Roasted Poblano Crema

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
13%
Roasted Poblano Crema
30 min.
2
49kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary experience with a delightful and creamy side dish? Look no further than this Roasted Poblano Crema! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a healthy addition to your meals, boasting only 49 calories per serving.

The star of this recipe is the poblano pepper, which, when roasted, develops a rich, smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with the freshness of cilantro and the tanginess of lime. This crema is incredibly versatile; it can be used as a dip, a topping for tacos, or even a zesty sauce to drizzle over grilled vegetables. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both popular and impressive.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful side that will surely impress your family and friends. The combination of creamy textures from the sour cream or Greek yogurt, along with the aromatic garlic and green onion, makes this crema a must-try. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to spice up your weeknight dinners, this Roasted Poblano Crema is the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Get ready to savor the flavors and enjoy a dish that is as delicious as it is easy to make!

Ingredients

  • handful cilantro leaves 
  •  glove garlic 
  • 0.5 cup greek yogurt sour
  •  green onion 
  • 0.5  juice of lime 
  •  poblano pepper seeds removed cut in half and

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place the peppers on a baking sheet with the cut side facing down.
  2. Place the baking sheet on the top shelf in the oven and broil until the outer layer of the skin has blackened, about 8-14 minutes.
  3. Place the peppers in a zip-lock bag or other sealable container, seal and let them cool until you can handle them, about 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the skins from the peppers. The skins should easily "pinch" off.Puree everything.

Nutrition Facts

Calories49kcal
Protein46.11%
Fat5.6%
Carbs48.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52
Glycemic Load
0.41
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.07826084676%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
2.8mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:48.89kcal
2.44%
Fat:0.32g
0.49%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.58%
Carbohydrates:6.22g
2.07%
Net Carbohydrates:4.94g
1.8%
Sugar:3.36g
3.74%
Cholesterol:2.5mg
0.83%
Sodium:22.07mg
0.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.94g
11.88%
Vitamin C:52.22mg
63.3%
Vitamin K:23.09µg
21.99%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.88%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.67%
Phosphorus:86.43mg
8.64%
Vitamin A:420.82IU
8.42%
Selenium:5.22µg
7.46%
Calcium:70.88mg
7.09%
Potassium:216.4mg
6.18%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.08%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.83%
Fiber:1.28g
5.14%
Folate:15.32µg
3.83%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.63%
Magnesium:14.15mg
3.54%
Copper:0.06mg
3.19%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.66%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.58%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.33%
Iron:0.39mg
2.19%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.17%