Southwest Stuffed Peppers is one of my go to recipes – it’s so easy and packed with flavor, I think we made it at
least 20 times within the first month of COVID-19 quarantine.
Ground beef is an incredible source of healthy fat with 51% of the beef fat composition
being monounsaturated fats, the same fat which is found in avocados and olive oil. Beef is a
great source of high-quality protein supplying all the essential amino acids and 10 essential
nutrients in just a 3 oz serving. These nutrients include specific B-vitamins found only in animal
products (such as Vitamin B-12), zinc, and iron – all to support human body strength and are
incredibly beneficial for an athletic lifestyle for people of all stages. Beef has gotten a bad rap for
far too long – if you want to learn more about beef and all the benefits you can gain from
including it in your diet, head over to Beef – It’s What’s for Dinner.
Now to the base – bell peppers. One of our favorite vegetables, not only because they are
packed with bright colors but because they are also stuffed full of nutrients. Bell peppers are rich
in Vitamin A to improve vision and have over 150% of the recommended daily intake of
Vitamin C which increases the function of the immune system.
Finally, let’s take a look at this combination of spices. Cumin has been shown to help
improve digestion, support blood sugar management, improve markers of heart health and
contain antibacterial properties. Chili powder is an anti-inflammatory that can decrease swelling
in sore joints to help with osteoarthritis, settle the stomach and build immunity.
So now you see why we love this recipe so much that we made it on repeat – and once
you try it, you’ll love the flavor so much you might find yourself making it on repeat too!
Did you know that this recipe is featured in our new cookbook?
NOURISHED: 10 Ingredients to Happy Healthy Eating
Klara Knezevic is a registered dietitian nutritionist based in Maryland. She has over a decade of experience in the nutrition field and currently serves as the CEO and co-owner of Rebecca Bitzer and Associates, one of the largest nutrition private practices in the country. Klara is passionate about sharing practical nutrition tips to help you feel confident in the choices that you make. Coauthor ofCooking with Food Sensitivities Survival GuideandNourished: 10 Ingredients to Happy, Healthy Eating.
