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Homemade Romesco Sauce

Irresistibly Delicious Homemade Romesco Sauce in 5 Minutes

Homemade Romesco Sauce is a flavorful, quick dip that enhances any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers Substitute with fresh roasted bell peppers if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Raw Almonds Can be swapped for cashews or walnuts for variety.
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used but may need roasting.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Reduce amount for milder flavor.
For the Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Use red wine or apple cider vinegar as alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Adjust quantity based on desired spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt is recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil or nut oils for different profiles.

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Romesco Sauce
  1. Gather all the ingredients: roasted red peppers, raw almonds, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, vinegar, chipotle, salt, and olive oil.
  2. Combine the roasted red peppers, raw almonds, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic in a food processor.
  3. Pulse the mixture for about 30 to 45 seconds until creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more vinegar or chipotle as desired.
  5. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl, ready to enjoy with various foods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze in small portions for 6 months.

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