Muhammara Dip

Muhammara is a flavorful Lebanese dip made from roasted red peppers, walnuts, and spices, offering a delightful balance of heat and sweetness. It's a perfect healthy addition to any lunch, served with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

• Roasted red peppers - 200 grams
• Walnuts - 80 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Pomegranate molasses - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) if you need to roast fresh red peppers.
2. If using fresh peppers, place them on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until the skins are charred. Allow to cool, then peel and remove seeds.
3. In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, lemon juice, and water.
4. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
6. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with a bit of olive oil on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from walnuts, supporting heart health.
• High in antioxidants from red peppers and pomegranate molasses, promoting overall health.

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