Description
This Easy Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Tahini Sauce is a creamy, flavorful condiment perfect for drizzling over salads, grilled vegetables, or as a dip. Made with simple ingredients like roasted red peppers, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, this sauce is both versatile and healthy, delivering a rich, smoky, and tangy flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
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Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers (Jarred or homemade, drained well)
- ½ cup Tahini (Opt for high-quality tahini for best results)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra virgin)
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 2-4 tablespoons Water (To achieve desired consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peppers: If using jarred roasted red peppers, drain them thoroughly. To roast fresh peppers, preheat oven to 450°F, place peppers on a baking sheet, and roast until charred, about 20-30 minutes. Let cool, then peel off skins and remove seeds.
- Add Roasted Peppers to Blender: Cut the roasted red peppers into smaller pieces and place them into the blender for easier blending.
- Add Tahini: Spoon in the tahini, which will provide creaminess and a nutty flavor to the sauce.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic, which adds a pungent and aromatic note to the sauce.
- Pour in Lemon Juice: Add freshly squeezed lemon juice to bring brightness and acidity to balance the richness of tahini.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Pour in extra virgin olive oil to enhance flavor and improve the sauce’s texture.
- Season with Salt: Sprinkle in sea salt to taste, which enhances all the flavors.
- Blend Until Smooth: Start blending on low speed and gradually increase to high, blending until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure even blending.
- Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired pourable consistency.
- Taste and Adjust Seasonings: Taste the sauce and add more salt, lemon juice, or garlic if needed according to your preference.
- Transfer to Jar: Pour the finished sauce into a sterilized jar and seal tightly to maintain freshness.
- Storage: Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir before each use.
Notes
- Use fresh roasted red peppers for the best flavor, but jarred roasted peppers work great for convenience.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, pulse blend instead of fully pureeing.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and garlic to suit your taste preferences.
- Use this sauce as a dip, spread for sandwiches, or drizzle over roasted vegetables and salads.
- Make sure to store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a week for optimal freshness.
