Romesco Sauce

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Romesco Sauce
45 min.
8
77kcal

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If you're looking to add a burst of flavor to your meals, Romesco Sauce is the perfect choice. This vibrant, rich, and versatile sauce is a staple in Spanish cuisine, and it’s packed with a combination of sweet red bell peppers, roasted almonds, and a touch of tangy sherry vinegar. It’s not only vegetarian and dairy-free, but it’s also simple to make and can be stored for up to a week, giving you a quick option for enhancing any dish. Whether you’re pairing it with grilled vegetables, fish, or spreading it on sandwiches, this sauce will elevate any meal. Plus, it's naturally low in calories, so you can indulge guilt-free with each flavorful bite.

With a perfect balance of smoky, nutty, and slightly tangy flavors, Romesco Sauce has the power to transform even the simplest of dishes. The beauty of this sauce lies in its ease of preparation—just simmer the bell peppers, toast the bread and almonds, blend, and cook. In less than an hour, you’ll have a fresh, homemade sauce that’s bursting with bold flavors. It’s a great way to bring new life to your favorite recipes or try something exciting and different. This Romesco Sauce will undoubtedly become a go-to in your kitchen for its versatility, taste, and simplicity. Enjoy it fresh, or freeze it for later—this is a sauce you’ll want to have on hand at all times!

Ingredients

  • cups bell pepper red (1-inch)
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • tablespoon sherry vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.8 cup sandwich bread white cubed (1-inch) ( 1 [1-ounce] slice)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Combine bell pepper and broth in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until very tender.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add bread; cook 2 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently.
  4. Add almonds; cook 1 minute or until nuts are lightly browned, stirring constantly.
  5. Place bell pepper mixture, nut mixture, vinegar, and tomatoes in a blender; process until smooth.
  6. Pour pureed mixture into pan; cook 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  7. Note: Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week or in freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Calories77kcal
Protein13.4%
Fat34.42%
Carbs52.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.35
Glycemic Load
3.5
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.351739165576%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.46mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:77.08kcal
3.85%
Fat:3.25g
5%
Saturated Fat:0.37g
2.28%
Carbohydrates:11.09g
3.7%
Net Carbohydrates:8.03g
2.92%
Sugar:5.8g
6.45%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:207.19mg
9.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.85g
5.7%
Vitamin C:100.1mg
121.33%
Vitamin A:2443.15IU
48.86%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.91%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.32%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.18%
Fiber:3.06g
12.24%
Folate:47.4µg
11.85%
Potassium:346.68mg
9.91%
Vitamin B3:1.84mg
9.19%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.51%
Copper:0.15mg
7.61%
Magnesium:29.83mg
7.46%
Iron:1.31mg
7.27%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.27%
Vitamin K:6.98µg
6.65%
Phosphorus:60.08mg
6.01%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.52%
Calcium:41.92mg
4.19%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.16%
Selenium:2.12µg
3.03%
Source:My Recipes