ROMESCO SAUCE WITH OPTIONS!
Move over one-pot meals, because we’re diving into the world of one-grill wonders (plus the blender, of course)! Meet Romesco, a versatile and flavorful sauce that brings nutty and peppery notes to any dish. Whether you’re serving it with protein, veggies, bread, or the whole trio, this crowd-pleasing sauce is sure to elevate your grilling game.
Equipment
- grill
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1 garlic clove peeled
- 1/2 cup almonds unsalted
- 1 6-ounce can tomato paste or feel free to go for a freshly made purée!
- 2 Tablespoons flat-leaf parsley chopped, plus extra for garnish
- 1 Tablespoon sherry vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth low sodium plus extra if needed
- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets and/or 6 portobello mushrooms
- freshly ground pepper and salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Place the peppers on the grill. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are charred and the peppers are softened.
- Place the peppers in a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, add the garlic, almonds, tomato paste, parsley and vinegar. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- When the peppers are cool enough to handle, remove the discard the skins.
- Slice each pepper in half, remove the stems and seeds and add to blender or food processor. Blend until well combined.
- Add the oil and blend again.
- Add the broth until desired consistency. Serve on top of grilled fish, chicken, veggies, pasta ~ one of the most versatile sauces to create!
Notes
Options:
Salmon🐟: Rub fresh garlic on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side. Serve with sauce.
Portobello mushrooms 🍄: Rinse and clean well. Rub with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill 3–4 minutes per side. Serve with sauce.
Whole wheat orzo 🍚: Prepare according to package directions. Toss with sauce and top with fresh parmesan cheese.
Purchase (or bake if you are feeling it) a grainy, crusty bread🥖. Slice and serve with sauce.
Salmon🐟: Rub fresh garlic on all sides. Season with salt and pepper. Grill for 4–5 minutes per side. Serve with sauce.
Portobello mushrooms 🍄: Rinse and clean well. Rub with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill 3–4 minutes per side. Serve with sauce.
Whole wheat orzo 🍚: Prepare according to package directions. Toss with sauce and top with fresh parmesan cheese.
Purchase (or bake if you are feeling it) a grainy, crusty bread🥖. Slice and serve with sauce.
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