Spiced Roasted Red Bell Pepper Dip
Nobody will ever guess there are so many healthy goodies crammed into this delicous, creamy dip for veggies!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cool1 hour hr
Course: Appetizer
Keyword: Curried Turmeric, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
- 1 3.5 oz pkg Yumbini Curried Turmeric Lentils and Rice
- 1 generous cup Roasted Red Bell Pepper, drained about one 12 oz jar
- 2 Green Onions white and green parts
- 3 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
- 3/4 cup Walnuts
- 1/2 tsp Cumin, ground optional
- 1/2 tsp Paprika optional
- Salt and Pepper to taste (optional)
Prepare Yumbini Curried Turmeric Lentils and Rice using 3/4 cup water according to package directions. Set aside.
Drain one 12 oz jar of roasted red bell pepper and place in blender or food processor.
Wash and trim green onions and chop into chunks. Add to blender or food processor.
Add olive oil and red wine vinegar to blender or food processor.
Add walnuts to blender or food processor.
Add cooked Yumbini Curried Turmeric Lentils and Rice to blender or food processor.
Grind the entire mixture until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust spices. Add spices, salt and pepper as desired and blend thoroughly.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour. Note: the flavors in this dip "bloom" (get stronger and blend together) over time. Serve with raw or lightly blanched (2-3 minutes in boiling water) vegetables. Makes 3 cups.