Mmmm Roasted Romesco Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11
Roasted Romesco Sauce recipe for your pasta
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 roma tomatoes , halved
2 slices bread , chewy each about 1 inch thick
1/2 cup whole almond
1/2 cup pine nuts
10 garlic cloves
2 pimientos or 2 roasted red peppers
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried red pepper ( optional )
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
406
Sugar
4g
Fat
44g
Roasted Romesco Sauce is a traditional Spanish recipe that originated from Tarragona, a coastal region in Catalonia. It is a versatile sauce that can be used as a dip or spread or mixed with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. The sweetness of the roasted red peppers and tomatoes, combined with the nutty flavor of almonds and pine nuts, make it a popular ingredient worldwide. This delicious sauce is known for its bright red color, with red peppers being the driving force for that unique color. Besides its delicious taste, Roasted Romesco Sauce has several health benefits that make it a perfect addition to any diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.On a baking tray, arrange the halved Roma tomatoes, bread slices, whole almonds, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Drizzle 1/4 cup of olive oil over the top and toss to coat everything.
3.Roast in the preheated oven until the bread is crispy and the nuts are toasted, for about 15-20 minutes.
4.Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool down a bit.
5.In a food processor, combine the roasted ingredients along with 2 pimentos or 2 roasted red peppers, red wine vinegar, paprika, optional dried red pepper, and kosher salt. Pulse until smooth.
6.With the motor running, slowly pour in the remaining 1/2 cup of olive oil and mix until combined.
7.Taste for seasoning, adjusting with vinegar, salt, or pepper as necessary. Serve the sauce at room temperature with your favorite pasta or vegetable dish.

PROS

Roasted Romesco Sauce is vegan and gluten-free, making it a versatile ingredient for many dishes found in most cuisines.

Adding this flavorful sauce to your pasta and vegetable dishes enhances their taste and makes them more interesting.

CONS

The sauce can be high in calories and fat due to the olive oil and nuts added.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may be allergic to nuts, always advise those about the ingredients used in dishes containing the Roasted Romesco Sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Roasted Romesco Sauce is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Tomatoes and red peppers contain lycopene, which has been shown to promote heart health, protect against cancer, and lower cholesterol levels.
Almonds and pine nuts in this sauce provide healthy fats that help maintain cardiovascular health and lower cholesterol levels. Moreover, almonds are associated with improving brain function, reducing the risk of cancer, and supporting healthy bones. Roasting garlic reduces its pungent odor and makes it easy to digest, and it has anti-inflammatory properties that promote overall health and immunity.

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