Piperade de Poivrons

Piperade de Poivrons is a vibrant and flavorful French side dish featuring sweet bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, simmered to perfection. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delicious complement to grilled meats or crusty bread.

Ingredients

• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers to the skillet, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
5. Incorporate the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and paprika into the mixture, stirring well.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the piperade simmer for another 10-15 minutes until all the vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from bell peppers, supporting immune health.
• Contains antioxidants that may reduce inflammation and promote heart health.

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