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Spicy Basil Romesco Sauce

Author: Maika
A thick sauce made with fire-roasted red bell peppers, crunchy almonds, sherry vinegar, and fresh basil leaves, with a kick from Calabrian chili peppers all combined with extra-virgin olive oil for a creamy, tangy, earthy flavor, making this a delicious quick twist to romesco sauce.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings 1.5 cups
Course: Sauces & Dressings
Cuisine: European
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: Condiment
Calories: 183kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned fire-roasted red bell peppers liquid reserved
  • ¼ cup almonds
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • ¼ cup basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon crushed Calabrian chili peppers
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Salt to taste

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Instructions

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  • Blend fire-roasted red bell peppers, almonds, sherry vinegar, basil leaves, crushed Calabrian chili peppers, and olive oil until smooth.
  • Adjust consistency with reserved liquid if needed and season with salt to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1281IU | Vitamin C: 53mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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