Espaguete de Pimentão

Espaguete de Pimentão is a vibrant Brazilian dish that features spiralized bell peppers as a gluten-free pasta alternative, tossed in a savory garlic and herb sauce. This colorful and nutritious meal is not only quick to prepare but also offers a delightful explosion of flavors with every bite.

Ingredients

• Red bell pepper - 1 large
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 large
• Zucchini - 1 medium
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh basil - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese (optional, for non-Paleo) - 30 grams, grated

Steps

1. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, spiralize the red and yellow bell peppers and zucchini into 'noodles'.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the spiralized bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, sea salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are warmed through.
5. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers, promoting eye health and immune function.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for weight management and low-carb diets.

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