Description
This Roasted Red Pepper Sauce is a flavorful and creamy addition to pasta, chicken, or vegetables. Made with roasted red bell peppers, garlic, onion, and a touch of cream, this sauce is easy to prepare and versatile.
Ingredients
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Roasted Red Pepper Sauce:
- 2 large roasted red bell peppers (from jar or freshly roasted)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Saute Onion and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Blend Ingredients: Transfer sautéed mixture to a blender along with roasted red peppers, broth, cream or coconut milk, and Parmesan if using. Blend until smooth.
- Simmer: Pour the blended sauce back into the skillet and simmer over low heat for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- This sauce pairs well with pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
- For a vegan version, use coconut milk and skip the Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
