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    Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Goat Cheese

    Modified: Mar 28, 2025 · Published: Jan 18, 2022 by Katy McAvoy

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    Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Cool and creamy roasted red pepper dip is delicious with fresh veggies, homemade chips, on chicken, or tossed with pasta - making it a versatile recipe to have on hand. 

    Roasted Red Pepper Dip
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    • What's in Roasted Red Pepper Dip
    • How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Dip
    • Tips on Roasted Red Pepper Dip
    • Happy Hour Drink Pairings
    • Don’t Miss These Appetizer Recipes 
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    • Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Goat Cheese

    This five ingredient dip is super easy thanks to roasted red peppers from the store and a food processor. I use my mini food processor to give me (at least the appearance of) a little less to wash. 

    We’re skipping the cream cheese and sour cream in favor of goat cheese, which keeps the roasted red pepper dip creamy while adding in more flavor. Lemon juice add brightness, and while you can use bottled lemon juice here, squeezing a fresh lemon will make your dip even better. 

    Roasted red pepper dip can be made hours before you need it or a few days in advance, so it’s both a great last-minute snack and make ahead appetizer - whichever you need it to be!  

    What's in Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Ingredients for Roasted Red Pepper Dip.
    • Goat cheese - Choose your favorite brand, just make sure it's plain goat cheese (not honey, etc.) You can use either a log of goat cheese or crumbles.
    • Roasted red peppers - Roast your own peppers (2 of them) or buy them already roasted in a jar. Up to you!
    • Olive oil - Use your favorite olive oil in this recipe.
    • Lemon juice - Fresh lemon juice taste the best. You only need about a quarter of a lemon for this recipe.
    • Salt - Salt to taste!

    How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Place everything in a food processor and puree until ingredients are combined and dip is smooth. 

    Red Pepper Dip in the food processor before being blended.
    Red Pepper Dip in the food processor after being blended.

    Refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to serve. 

    Enjoy with homemade potato chips, fresh veggies, or my Chili Rubbed Chicken Wings. 

    Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Tips on Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Can I roast my own red bell peppers for this dip? 

    Yes! Roast 2 red bell peppers for the recipe. Increase the olive oil in the recipe to 1 tablespoon, and make sure your homemade roasted red peppers are super soft and cooked through before using. You don’t want any crispiness left in the vegetable. 

    What can I eat with Roasted Red Pepper Dip? 

    Use it as a dip for pita chips, root chips, potato chips, or fresh veggies. Toss it with hot pasta for an easy sauce. Or my favorite way - dip my Chili Rubbed Chicken Wings in it! 

    Can I meal prep with this recipe? 

    Yes! Make the dip ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before enjoying. 

    Can I serve this dip hot? 

    As a dip, it’s meant to be served cold and the texture is the best when chilled. Heating the dip will melt the cheese and give it a much thinner consistency. I only like to do this when tossing it with pasta. 

    What can I use instead of goat cheese? 

    Nothing! This recipe was created around the flavor of goat cheese, so if you don’t like it or don’t eat it - skip this recipe. 

    Happy Hour Drink Pairings

    A rich and flavorful dip pairs best with a crisp, refreshing drink. Try my tart apple cider sangria, a classic bee's knees cocktail, refreshing basil gimlet, or make a batch of non-alcoholic pomegranate lemonade.

    Apple Cider Sangria
    Apple Cider Sangria
    Bee's Knees
    Bee's Knees Cocktail

    Don’t Miss These Appetizer Recipes 

    Looking for more easy appetizer recipes? My baked potato chips and dry-rubbed oven baked chicken wings go perfectly with this red pepper dip. Add in my easy whipped ricotta dip with honey and vegetarian stuffed mushrooms for a balanced appetizer spread at your next party.

    Homemade Potato Chips
    Homemade Potato Chips
    Chili Rubbed Baked Chicken Wings
    Oven Baked Chicken Wings (Dry Rub)

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    Roasted Red Pepper Dip

    Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Goat Cheese

    Katy McAvoy
    Cool and creamy roasted red pepper dip is delicious with fresh veggies, homemade chips, on chicken, or tossed with hot pasta.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Servings 10 servings

    Equipment

    • Mini Food Processor
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 oz goat cheese room temperature
    • 6 oz roasted red peppers aprox 2 peppers
    • 1 ½ teaspoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Place everything in a food processor and puree until ingredients are combined and dip is smooth.
    • Refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to use.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 38kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 391mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 206IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.4mg
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    About Katy McAvoy

    Katy is the author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, and Michigander behind MittenGirl.com and Homemade Happy Hour. Since 2017, she's been crafting recipes for easy-to-make cocktails and delicious snacks while sharing her love of all things Michigan (a.k.a. The Mitten)!

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    1. Bianca says

      January 27, 2022 at 10:30 am

      You already had me at roasted red pepper! This dip was super easy to prepare and soooo good! Can only highly recommend it

      Reply
      • Katy McAvoy says

        January 27, 2022 at 7:00 pm

        Yay! I'm so glad you liked it!!

        Reply
    2. Kristi says

      February 17, 2024 at 5:15 pm

      Delicious Super Bowl party snack. We’ve been thinking about trying it as a sandwich or burger spread next. Excited to make it again!

      Reply
      • Katy McAvoy says

        February 18, 2024 at 12:07 pm

        It would be delicious on burgers and sandwiches. I love using leftover dip with chicken or tossed with hot pasta.

        Reply
    3. Anonymous says

      March 04, 2024 at 12:28 pm

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    Katy McAvoy, mixologist and photographer

    Hi! I’m Katy (she/her). I’m an author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, Michigander, and lover of all things food and drink. I never turn down a good happy hour and believe that everyone deserves a delicious drink. Follow me on Instagram to check out what I’m working on next!

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