Romesco

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Romesco
75 min.
6
97kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Spain with this delightful Romesco sauce, a versatile and delicious addition to your culinary repertoire. Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, this sauce is not only healthy but also bursting with rich, smoky flavors that will elevate any dish.

Romesco is a traditional Catalan sauce that beautifully combines roasted red peppers, almonds, and a hint of garlic, creating a creamy texture without the need for dairy. The sweet smoked Spanish paprika adds a unique depth, while the zesty lemon juice and sherry vinegar provide a refreshing brightness that balances the richness of the ingredients. Whether you’re drizzling it over grilled vegetables, using it as a dip for fresh bread, or pairing it with your favorite grains, this sauce is sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just 75 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch to enjoy throughout the week. The best part? It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it at room temperature for a delightful addition to any meal. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with this exquisite Romesco sauce!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove smashed
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • medium onion peeled halved lengthwise
  • teaspoons paprika smoked sweet spanish
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper red
  • 1.5 cups roasted peppers red rinsed coarsely chopped
  • teaspoons sherry vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup almonds 
  • slice frangelico thick chopped (4 by 5 in. and)
  • slice frangelico thick chopped (4 by 5 in. and)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 42
  2. Coat onion with 1 tbsp. oil. Roast in a pie pan, cut side down, until soft when pressed, 40 to 45 minutes. Discard dark outer layer. Slice onion crosswise.
  3. Toast bread and almonds in a large frying pan over medium-low to low heat, stirring occasionally, until bread is crisp but not brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
  4. Add 3 tbsp. oil, the onion, peppers, garlic, paprika, and chile flakes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is softened, 8 to 12 minutes.
  5. Pure mixture in a food processor with remaining 5 tbsp. oil, the vinegar, lemon juice, and salt.
  6. Make ahead: Up to 1 week, chilled; serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories97kcal
Protein9.16%
Fat67.88%
Carbs22.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.67
Glycemic Load
0.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.1856521575347%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.26mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.13mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:96.95kcal
4.85%
Fat:7.83g
12.04%
Saturated Fat:0.85g
5.28%
Carbohydrates:5.96g
1.99%
Net Carbohydrates:3.88g
1.41%
Sugar:1.35g
1.5%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:678.73mg
29.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.38g
4.75%
Vitamin C:19.89mg
24.11%
Vitamin E:2.85mg
19.02%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.73%
Vitamin A:585.32IU
11.71%
Fiber:2.08g
8.32%
Magnesium:29.31mg
7.33%
Copper:0.15mg
7.29%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.97%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.47%
Phosphorus:55.44mg
5.54%
Potassium:166.06mg
4.74%
Iron:0.85mg
4.71%
Calcium:44.65mg
4.47%
Folate:14.01µg
3.5%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.04%
Vitamin K:3.06µg
2.91%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.64%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.63%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes