Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Dip
This creamy roasted red pepper dip is the perfect party appetizer or snack. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, and it's packed with flavor. The roasted red peppers give the dip a smoky, sweet flavor, and the cashew nuts add a creamy texture. The Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and cilantro add brightness and freshness. Serve this dip with pita chips, vegetable crudités, or crackers.
I first developed this recipe when I was throwing a party for some friends. I wanted to make something that was easy to make ahead of time, and that would be crowd-pleasing. I started with roasted red peppers, which I love for their smoky, sweet flavor. Then I added some cashew nuts for creaminess, and Greek yogurt for tanginess. I finished it off with some lemon juice, cilantro, cumin, and cayenne pepper for a pop of flavor. The dip was a huge hit, and I've been making it ever since.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound red bell peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cashew nuts, unsalted and raw
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Roast bell peppers in preheated oven until charred and soft, about 25 minutes. Then let them cool slightly.
  3. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add roasted red peppers and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer roasted red peppers and garlic into a food processor and blend until smooth.
  6. Add cashew nuts, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, cilantro, cumin, cayenne pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  7. Serve with pita chips, vegetable crudité, or crackers.
Why It Works
  • The roasted red peppers give the dip a smoky, sweet flavor.
  • The cashew nuts add a creamy texture.
  • The Greek yogurt adds tanginess.
  • The lemon juice, cilantro, cumin, and cayenne pepper add a pop of flavor.