Piperade

Piperade is a vibrant and flavorful dish originating from the Basque region of France, featuring a medley of bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions. This low-carb version highlights the rich flavors of fresh vegetables, making it a perfect light dinner option.

Ingredients

• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 5 leaves, chopped
• Eggs - 4 large

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced bell peppers to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Incorporate the diced tomatoes and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is well combined and heated through.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped basil.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well blended. Pour the eggs over the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
8. Return the skillet to low heat and gently stir the eggs into the vegetables until they are just set, about 3-4 minutes.
9. Serve warm, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 560 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers and tomatoes.
• High in protein from eggs, supporting muscle health.

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