Romesco Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Romesco Sauce
20 min.
6
151kcal

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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, or dairy-free diets, this sauce is not only easy to make but also ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.

Romesco Sauce is a rich blend of roasted red peppers, almonds, and smoky paprika, creating a unique taste that elevates any dish. Whether you’re looking to enhance grilled vegetables, serve as a dip for crusty bread, or drizzle over your favorite grain bowl, this sauce brings a burst of flavor that will impress your family and friends.

With only 151 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the health benefits of wholesome ingredients. The combination of healthy fats from olive oil and almonds, along with the antioxidants from roasted tomatoes and peppers, makes this sauce not only delicious but also nutritious.

Join the ranks of cooking enthusiasts who appreciate the art of homemade sauces and elevate your meals with this easy-to-make Romesco Sauce. Get ready to savor the taste of the Mediterranean right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • ounces top 
  • medium garlic clove peeled
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 7.3 ounce roasted peppers red drained ( 1 cup)
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika smoked
  • 0.5 medium tomatoes 
  • 0.3 cup almonds raw whole

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 450°F and arrange a rack in the middle.Arrange the tomato, garlic, bread, and almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until the bread and almonds are lightly toasted, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Transfer the roasted ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse to coarsely chop.
  3. Add the roasted red peppers, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and paprika and pulse again until well combined and relatively smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Calories151kcal
Protein7.04%
Fat71.46%
Carbs21.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.92
Glycemic Load
4.04
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.1852173882982%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.15mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:150.68kcal
7.53%
Fat:12.35g
19%
Saturated Fat:1.54g
9.63%
Carbohydrates:8.36g
2.79%
Net Carbohydrates:6.79g
2.47%
Sugar:0.99g
1.1%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:914.86mg
39.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.47%
Vitamin C:17.67mg
21.42%
Vitamin E:2.95mg
19.64%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.74%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.27%
Vitamin A:345.75IU
6.92%
Copper:0.13mg
6.56%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.28%
Fiber:1.57g
6.26%
Magnesium:24.76mg
6.19%
Vitamin K:6.44µg
6.14%
Iron:1.02mg
5.67%
Folate:21.38µg
5.34%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.17%
Phosphorus:50.35mg
5.03%
Vitamin B3:0.94mg
4.72%
Selenium:3.2µg
4.58%
Potassium:138.97mg
3.97%
Calcium:38.83mg
3.88%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Source:Chow