Roasted red pepper shots

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Roasted red pepper shots
40 min.
30
15kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful appetizer that’s both healthy and delicious? These Roasted Red Pepper Shots are the perfect choice! Not only are they a great way to start a meal, but they’re also a light and refreshing snack or antipasti. With a combination of sweet roasted red peppers and tangy plum tomatoes, this recipe brings together the best of both worlds – savory and sweet, with a hint of basil to finish.

Best of all, this recipe is incredibly versatile – it’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, so it’s suitable for almost any dietary preference. Plus, with only 15 calories per serving, you can indulge without any guilt! Whether you’re hosting a party or simply looking for a quick and easy starter, these roasted red pepper shots are sure to impress your guests.

With minimal ingredients and just a few simple steps, you’ll have a dish that’s full of flavor and sure to be a hit at any gathering. The rich, savory taste combined with the freshness of basil makes this the perfect appetizer or snack to enjoy with friends and family. It’s a dish that’s not only easy to prepare but also looks stunning when served in shot glasses, making it both visually appealing and delicious!

Ingredients

  •  onion roughly chopped
  • tbsp olive oil 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • tbsp sugar 
  • tbsp bell pepper red
  • 400 canned tomatoes peeled canned
  • 295 roasted peppers red
  • 200 ml vegetable stock 
  • 30 servings basil for garnish

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • microwave
  • immersion blender

Directions

  1. Fry the onion in olive oil for 8-10 mins, then add the crushed garlic cloves, sugar and red pepper pesto and cook for 1-2 mins. Tip in the plum tomatoes, drain and chop the roasted red peppers and add these too.
  2. Pour in the vegetable stock and simmer for 10 mins. Season, then blend until smooth with a hand blender. Cool. Freeze in freezer bags or a microwavable container.
  3. To serve, defrost in the fridge overnight, then reheat gently in a pan, or microwave for a few mins, stirring often, until hot.
  4. Serve in shot glasses, garnished with basil leaves, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories15kcal
Protein10.53%
Fat30.85%
Carbs58.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.4
Glycemic Load
0.72
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0704347905905%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:14.57kcal
0.73%
Fat:0.55g
0.85%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.48%
Carbohydrates:2.37g
0.79%
Net Carbohydrates:1.89g
0.69%
Sugar:1.23g
1.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:179.02mg
7.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.43g
0.85%
Vitamin K:9.34µg
8.89%
Vitamin C:7.32mg
8.87%
Vitamin A:218.92IU
4.38%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.68%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.53%
Copper:0.05mg
2.37%
Fiber:0.49g
1.94%
Potassium:67.2mg
1.92%
Iron:0.33mg
1.85%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.74%
Folate:5.66µg
1.41%
Magnesium:5.54mg
1.39%
Calcium:13.54mg
1.35%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.24%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.05%