ROASTED SUNFLOWER SEED FETA DIP WITH BELL PEPPER

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This is a recipe my sis and me came up with as a quick and healthy dip for a busy weeknight. It is creamy and has a lovely fresh taste from the bell pepper, while the roasted sunflower seeds add a great depth of flavour. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories     Spreads

Time 14m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup sunflower seeds, shelled (organic preferred)
1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
80 g feta cheese, diced (fat-reduced is fine)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (optional)
black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a frying pan til quite hot. Dont add any oil or fat.
  • When the pan is hot add in the sunflower seeds and roast them for a few minutes until they start to brown. They will smell roasty when theyre ready and have a nice brown shimmer.
  • Set aside.
  • In a high rimmed bowl combine feta cheese, garlic powder, bell pepper and rosemary if using. Add sunflower seeds. Puree using a hand held blender until it has a nice creamy consistency. There will still be chunks, but thats ok.
  • Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy!

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