Pimientos de Padrón

Pimientos de Padrón are small, mild green peppers from Spain, perfect for a low-carb breakfast. Sautéed until blistered and sprinkled with sea salt, they offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Pimientos de Padrón - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sea salt - to taste
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Wash the Pimientos de Padrón under cold water and pat them dry.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the Padrón peppers to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are blistered and slightly charred.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the peppers with sea salt and lemon zest.
5. If using, crumble the feta cheese on top before serving.
6. Serve warm as a low-carb breakfast or snack.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress.
• Low in calories and carbohydrates, making it suitable for weight management.

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