Sauces, Rubs, & Marinades
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
By Sandra Woodruff
Sep 5, 2005, 20:14

Yield: about 1 cup

 

1 cup jarred or homemade roasted red bell peppers*

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 to 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

 

1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

 

2. Serve with grilled chicken, fish, meats, omelets, roasted asparagus, steamed vegetables, and other dishes. For a nice presentation, place the sauce in a squeeze bottle and squeeze in a decorative pattern on serving plates or over foods.  

 

Nutritional Facts (per 2-tablespoon serving)

 

Calories: 35    

Carbohydrates: 1.2 g    

Fiber: 0.3 g

Fat: 3.4 g    

Sat. Fat: 0.5 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg        

Protein: 0.2 g    

Sodium: 73 mg    

Calcium: 2 mg  

GI rating: low

Diabetic exchanges: 1/2 fat

 

*To roast red bell peppers from scratch: Cut 2 large bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Lay the peppers face down on a baking sheet and place about 4 inches under a preheated broiler. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred. Immediately transfer the peppers to a shallow container, cover with a lid or plastic wrap, and let sit until cool enough to handle.  Peel away and discard the skins. Dice one cup of peppers to use in the recipe.

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