Romesco Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Romesco Sauce
45 min.
6
93kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary creations, look no further than this vibrant and flavorful Romesco Sauce. Originating from the beautiful region of Catalonia in Spain, this sauce is a delightful fusion of roasted red bell peppers, rich almonds, and aromatic spices that will undoubtedly steal the show. Whether you're adhering to a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, this sauce is an ideal addition to your kitchen repertoire, bringing a burst of flavor without compromising your dietary preferences.

Perfectly balanced with a hint of smokiness from the smoked paprika and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper, Romesco Sauce complements a wide array of dishes. Imagine drizzling it over grilled vegetables, tossing it with pasta, or using it as a dipping sauce for your favorite appetizers. Each spoonful provides a delightful creamy texture without any dairy, thanks to the blend of almonds and olive oil, making it a dream for those who enjoy a nutty twist in their sauces.

Best of all, this sauce can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it a quick yet impressive addition to any meal. You can even make it a week ahead and store it in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to develop even more. So, roll up your sleeves, fire up the food processor, and embark on a culinary journey with this luscious Romesco Sauce that is sure to impress both your palate and your guests!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • tablespoons flat parsley chopped
  •  garlic clove smashed
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large roasted peppers red
  • servings pepper black freshly ground fine
  • tablespoons sherry vinegar 
  • 0.5 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • teaspoon paprika smoked
  • 0.3 cup tomato purée 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Pulse first 8 ingredients in a food processoruntil very finely chopped. With motorrunning, slowly add oil; process untilsmooth. Season with salt and pepper.DO AHEAD: Romesco can be made 1 weekahead. Cover and chill.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories93kcal
    Protein9.32%
    Fat75.34%
    Carbs15.34%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    25.17
    Glycemic Load
    0.18
    Inflammation Score
    -5
    Nutrition Score
    5.8256521510041%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    0.22mg
    Catechin
    0.12mg
    Epigallocatechin
    0.23mg
    Epicatechin
    0.05mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.02mg
    Naringenin
    0.04mg
    Apigenin
    2.89mg
    Luteolin
    0.04mg
    Isorhamnetin
    0.24mg
    Kaempferol
    0.06mg
    Myricetin
    0.21mg
    Quercetin
    0.49mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:93.09kcal
    4.65%
    Fat:8.22g
    12.65%
    Saturated Fat:0.86g
    5.38%
    Carbohydrates:3.77g
    1.26%
    Net Carbohydrates:2.12g
    0.77%
    Sugar:0.99g
    1.1%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:89.17mg
    3.88%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:2.29g
    4.58%
    Vitamin K:24.98µg
    23.79%
    Vitamin E:3.2mg
    21.3%
    Manganese:0.27mg
    13.41%
    Vitamin A:434.27IU
    8.69%
    Vitamin C:6.11mg
    7.41%
    Magnesium:29.5mg
    7.37%
    Vitamin B2:0.12mg
    7.11%
    Copper:0.14mg
    7.02%
    Fiber:1.65g
    6.59%
    Phosphorus:52.52mg
    5.25%
    Iron:0.8mg
    4.47%
    Potassium:146.56mg
    4.19%
    Calcium:33.24mg
    3.32%
    Vitamin B3:0.59mg
    2.95%
    Vitamin B6:0.06mg
    2.8%
    Zinc:0.37mg
    2.48%
    Folate:8.55µg
    2.14%
    Vitamin B1:0.03mg
    1.77%
    Vitamin B5:0.11mg
    1.11%
    Source:Epicurious