All it takes is 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make this very versatile Roasted Red Pepper Spread! Use it on sandwiches, crackers, as a dip and more!
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When I lived in Utah, there was a store called Great Harvest Bread Company near where I worked. That location made the best vegetarian sandwich. My favorite part was the roasted red pepper spread. Unfortunately, that location closed and the other locations didn’t make the same sandwiches.
Now, years later, I’m back where I grew up on the East Coast and finally have my own version of Roasted Red Pepper Spread. I can’t honestly say it’s an exact duplicate for the original since it’s been so long, however, I can say it’s pretty darn good! And, I still enjoy it on a vegetarian sandwich among many other uses.
Why This Recipe Works
- 5 ingredients and 5 minutes is all it takes to make this spread.
- This is a really versatile spread. You can use it on all types of sandwiches and wraps, on crackers and as a dip.
- You can even mix this spread into pasta to create a Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta dish!
How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Spread
Prep!
The prep work for this recipe is very minimal. It is recommended to mince the garlic beforehand. Drain the peppers and pat dry with a paper towel.
Tip: jarred peppers work just as well as fresh in this recipe, however, if you prefer to roast your own, you can.
Create!
Toss all of the ingredients into a food processor bowl fitted with a blade and process until you reach the desired level of chunkiness (or smoothness).
Present!
If you are going to be using this spread as a dip, spoon it into a nice serving bowl and add some extra diced roasted red peppers and a sprinkle of basil on top.
Tips and Techniques for the best Roasted Red Pepper Spread
- You can use roasted red peppers from a jar to save time, or roast your own. Either way works great in this particular recipe.
- Use this spread on sandwiches, wraps, as a dip, or even mix it into hot pasta.
- Store any leftover spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within 7-10 days for best results.
FAQ’s
- What do you serve with Roasted Red Pepper Spread? You can serve this spread with a variety of sandwiches and wraps, as well as crackers, or use it as a dip for all types of vegetables.
- Can you freeze Roasted Red Pepper Spread? Freezing this dip is not recommended as the texture may change. Thankfully, it only takes 5 minutes to whip up a fresh batch!
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Roasted Red Pepper Spread
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature, cut into 2-inch (pieces)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (if using jarred, drain and pat dry)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Toss all of the ingredients into a food processor bowl fitted with a blade and process until smooth and creamy.8 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup roasted red peppers, 1 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- If you'd like some pieces of pepper in the spread, you can process it a little less until your desired texture is reached.
- Serve or use, as desired.
Notes
- You can use roasted red peppers from a jar to save time, or roast your own. Either way works great in this particular recipe.
- There are so many way to use this spread. Use this spread on sandwiches, wraps, as a dip, or even mix it into hot pasta.
- Store any leftover spread in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within 7-10 days for best results.
- Freezing this dip is not recommended as the texture may change.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on May 16, 2017. It was updated with new images, more thorough instructions, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in May 2019.
