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These sweet pepper recipes are a great way to add flavor to any dish. Whether it’s bell peppers or pepperoncini, these peppers bring a subtle sweetness to these breakfast and dinner recipes. Recipes like Chicken Sausage and Peppers and “Egg in a Hole” Peppers with Avocado Salsa are healthy, delicious and make the most of this loved veggie.
01of 27"Egg in a Hole" Peppers with Avocado SalsaView RecipeColorful bell pepper rings stand in for bread in this healthy version of egg in a hole. Cook an egg inside the peppers and top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2019
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“Egg in a Hole” Peppers with Avocado Salsa
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Colorful bell pepper rings stand in for bread in this healthy version of egg in a hole. Cook an egg inside the peppers and top with a vibrant avocado salsa for a cheerful breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2019
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Cauliflower Rice-Stuffed Peppers
03of 27Chicken Sausage and PeppersView RecipeColorful peppers and tomatoes and sweet onion make this sausage dinner pop with fresh flavor. Roasting instead of sautéing makes this even easier for a busy weeknight. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Chicken Sausage and Peppers
Colorful peppers and tomatoes and sweet onion make this sausage dinner pop with fresh flavor. Roasting instead of sautéing makes this even easier for a busy weeknight. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
04of 27Hoppin' John with Orange Bell PeppersView RecipeLoads of ham hocks, cured pork belly or even smoked turkey wings are usually key ingredients in this Southern dish. In this healthy Hoppin' John recipe, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper bring on the flavor. Ounce-for-ounce, these two spices contain roughly 2 1/2 times the beta carotene of boiled sweet potatoes. Serve as a main-dish stew or serve a smaller portion as a side along with some brown rice. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016
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Hoppin' John with Orange Bell Peppers
Loads of ham hocks, cured pork belly or even smoked turkey wings are usually key ingredients in this Southern dish. In this healthy Hoppin' John recipe, smoked paprika and cayenne pepper bring on the flavor. Ounce-for-ounce, these two spices contain roughly 2 1/2 times the beta carotene of boiled sweet potatoes. Serve as a main-dish stew or serve a smaller portion as a side along with some brown rice. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016
05of 27Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed PeppersView RecipeMounding a classic Philly cheesesteak mixture in a colorful bell pepper and melting cheese on top is an easy way to skip the bread and cut the carbs. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
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Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
Mounding a classic Philly cheesesteak mixture in a colorful bell pepper and melting cheese on top is an easy way to skip the bread and cut the carbs. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
06of 27Sweet Pepper Hash Brown Baked EggsView RecipeThis hash brown and egg dish with sweet green pepper rings is easy to create and perfect for brunch or breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Sweet Pepper Hash Brown Baked Eggs
This hash brown and egg dish with sweet green pepper rings is easy to create and perfect for brunch or breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
07of 27Grilled Salmon with Sweet PeppersView RecipeIt may seem counterintuitive to start the fish skin-side up. But when you flip it, the fish skin captures the juices as it finishes cooking for extra-flavorful results. Serve with chimichurri sauce (see Associated Recipe). Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
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Grilled Salmon with Sweet Peppers
It may seem counterintuitive to start the fish skin-side up. But when you flip it, the fish skin captures the juices as it finishes cooking for extra-flavorful results. Serve with chimichurri sauce (see Associated Recipe). Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
08of 27Sweet & Peppery Flank Steak with ShishitosView RecipeThis flank steak recipe comes together easily on a baking sheet, but if you’re itching to take it outside, fire up the grill instead. Just be sure to use a grill basket for the peppers so you don’t end up chasing them around the grates, or worse, losing them to the fire. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
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Sweet & Peppery Flank Steak with Shishitos
This flank steak recipe comes together easily on a baking sheet, but if you’re itching to take it outside, fire up the grill instead. Just be sure to use a grill basket for the peppers so you don’t end up chasing them around the grates, or worse, losing them to the fire. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
09of 27Roasted Bell Pepper Salad with Mozzarella & BasilView RecipeSweet peppers like red, orange and yellow bells stand in for tomatoes in this caprese-style salad and pair deliciously with the fresh mozzarella and acidic balsamic drizzle. Try green bell peppers if you prefer less sweetness. This easy, healthy recipe takes just 20 minutes to make. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
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Roasted Bell Pepper Salad with Mozzarella & Basil
Sweet peppers like red, orange and yellow bells stand in for tomatoes in this caprese-style salad and pair deliciously with the fresh mozzarella and acidic balsamic drizzle. Try green bell peppers if you prefer less sweetness. This easy, healthy recipe takes just 20 minutes to make. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019
10of 27Shrimp-&-Grits-Stuffed PeppersView RecipeShrimp and grits are stuffed inside bell peppers and baked in this healthy stuffed peppers recipe. Add the optional hot sauce if you want to give the filling some kick. Look for bell peppers–use any color–with even bottoms, so that they stand upright on their own when they’re cooked. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020
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Shrimp-&-Grits-Stuffed Peppers
Shrimp and grits are stuffed inside bell peppers and baked in this healthy stuffed peppers recipe. Add the optional hot sauce if you want to give the filling some kick. Look for bell peppers–use any color–with even bottoms, so that they stand upright on their own when they’re cooked. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2020
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Sheet-Pan Chili-Lime Salmon with Potatoes & Peppers
12of 27Antipasto Baked Smothered ChickenView RecipeWe like the touch of heat that pepperoncini give to this briny chicken, but if you really want to turn up the spiciness, swap them for hot cherry peppers. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020
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Antipasto Baked Smothered Chicken
We like the touch of heat that pepperoncini give to this briny chicken, but if you really want to turn up the spiciness, swap them for hot cherry peppers. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2020
13of 27Chili-Rubbed Chicken with Coconut Rice & Mango SalsaView RecipeThis recipe is great for meal prep. Divide the salsa, rice and chicken among 4 food-storage containers and you’ve got 4 days of ready-made meals in your fridge. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
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Chili-Rubbed Chicken with Coconut Rice & Mango Salsa
This recipe is great for meal prep. Divide the salsa, rice and chicken among 4 food-storage containers and you’ve got 4 days of ready-made meals in your fridge. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May 2020
14of 27Chicken & Sweet Potato Grill Packets with Peppers & OnionsView RecipeCook your whole meal in a packet on the grill with this easy veggie-loaded recipe. The Mexican-inspired seasoning makes the chicken and veggies taste great served with warm tortillas and your favorite taco toppings for a healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2018
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Chicken & Sweet Potato Grill Packets with Peppers & Onions
Cook your whole meal in a packet on the grill with this easy veggie-loaded recipe. The Mexican-inspired seasoning makes the chicken and veggies taste great served with warm tortillas and your favorite taco toppings for a healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2018
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Crispy Baked Ravioli with Red Pepper & Mushroom Bolognese
16of 27Steak, Pepper & Sugar Snap Stir FryView RecipeTurn to this beef stir-fry recipe for a quick and easy dinner. The tender, spicy steak is cooked in the same wok or skillet as the crisp, colorful vegetables and smells divine as the dish is cooking. Source: 400 Calorie Recipes
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Steak, Pepper & Sugar Snap Stir Fry
Turn to this beef stir-fry recipe for a quick and easy dinner. The tender, spicy steak is cooked in the same wok or skillet as the crisp, colorful vegetables and smells divine as the dish is cooking. Source: 400 Calorie Recipes
17of 27Chicken & Veggie QuesadillaView RecipeThis easy quesadilla recipe uses canned cooked chicken to save time. You can also use leftover cooked chicken or turkey if you have it. Dice the vegetables up to 1 day ahead for even speedier prep. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2020
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Chicken & Veggie Quesadilla
This easy quesadilla recipe uses canned cooked chicken to save time. You can also use leftover cooked chicken or turkey if you have it. Dice the vegetables up to 1 day ahead for even speedier prep. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2020
18of 27Tikka Masala Stuffed PeppersView RecipeWe have swapped the typical filling of ground beef and rice for a more exotic filling made with Indian-spiced chicken and rice in this stuffed bell pepper recipe. The chicken tikka masala used for the filling is quick to make, thanks to the use of a multicooker, like the Instant Pot. Want to make these ahead? Make an double batch of the tikka masala on a meal-prep day and freeze half to use later in this delicious healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2018
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Tikka Masala Stuffed Peppers
We have swapped the typical filling of ground beef and rice for a more exotic filling made with Indian-spiced chicken and rice in this stuffed bell pepper recipe. The chicken tikka masala used for the filling is quick to make, thanks to the use of a multicooker, like the Instant Pot. Want to make these ahead? Make an double batch of the tikka masala on a meal-prep day and freeze half to use later in this delicious healthy dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, September 2018
19of 27Pressure-Cooker Chicken, Potatoes & PeppersView RecipeSimple ingredients like chicken thighs, potatoes and bell pepper turn fall-off-the-bone tender in the pressure cooker or Instant Pot in just minutes. A splash of vinegar and a sprinkle of scallion just before serving add zing to this classic family dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018
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Pressure-Cooker Chicken, Potatoes & Peppers
Simple ingredients like chicken thighs, potatoes and bell pepper turn fall-off-the-bone tender in the pressure cooker or Instant Pot in just minutes. A splash of vinegar and a sprinkle of scallion just before serving add zing to this classic family dinner. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018
20of 27Kale, Sausage & Pepper PastaView RecipeThis entire healthy pasta recipe cooks in one skillet, so there’s only one pot to clean! Try it with any greens you have in the fridge, such as chard or spinach. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
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Kale, Sausage & Pepper Pasta
This entire healthy pasta recipe cooks in one skillet, so there’s only one pot to clean! Try it with any greens you have in the fridge, such as chard or spinach. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
21of 27Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita BowlsView RecipeSkip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
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Sheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls
Skip the tortillas in favor of this warm fajita salad, which features a nutritious medley of chicken with roasted kale, bell peppers and black beans. The chicken, beans and vegetables are all cooked on the same pan, so this healthy dinner is easy to make and the cleanup is easy too. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
22of 27Tangy Pepper SaladView RecipeThis sweet and tangy salad is chock full of peppers, onions, tomatoes and spinach that have been marinated in a mixture of toasted cumin seeds, lime juice and honey. It’s the perfect addition to your next taco night. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Tangy Pepper Salad
This sweet and tangy salad is chock full of peppers, onions, tomatoes and spinach that have been marinated in a mixture of toasted cumin seeds, lime juice and honey. It’s the perfect addition to your next taco night. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
23of 27Sheet-Pan RatatouilleView RecipeRatatouille is a type of veggie-forward, Provençal-style stew. Our sheet-pan ratatouille features tangy goat cheese and sweet balsamic glaze that complement the tender charred vegetables. Bake the tomatoes on a separate pan so that the steam from the tomatoes won’t steam the other vegetables. Source: 400 Calorie Recipes
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Sheet-Pan Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a type of veggie-forward, Provençal-style stew. Our sheet-pan ratatouille features tangy goat cheese and sweet balsamic glaze that complement the tender charred vegetables. Bake the tomatoes on a separate pan so that the steam from the tomatoes won’t steam the other vegetables. Source: 400 Calorie Recipes
24of 27Grilled Chicken with Red Pepper-Pecan Romesco SauceView RecipeMany variations of the Catalonian roasted tomato sauce, romesco sauce, add roasted red peppers for a little sweetness. Here, we scorch the peppers and tomato on the grill alongside the chicken to keep things simple. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
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Grilled Chicken with Red Pepper-Pecan Romesco Sauce
Many variations of the Catalonian roasted tomato sauce, romesco sauce, add roasted red peppers for a little sweetness. Here, we scorch the peppers and tomato on the grill alongside the chicken to keep things simple. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June 2020
25of 27Air-Fryer Turkey Stuffed PeppersView RecipeStuffed peppers are a classic family meal–and they’re fun to eat, too. Instead of roasting the sweet peppers in the oven, use an air fryer to get them crisp-tender but not soggy. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
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Air-Fryer Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a classic family meal–and they’re fun to eat, too. Instead of roasting the sweet peppers in the oven, use an air fryer to get them crisp-tender but not soggy. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2019
26of 27Muffin-Tin Omelets with Bell Pepper, Black Beans & Jack CheeseView RecipeLet your muffin tin help you meal-prep a week’s worth of protein-rich vegetarian muffin-tin eggs with a Southwestern spin to stash in the fridge or freezer for those extra-busy mornings. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2020
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Muffin-Tin Omelets with Bell Pepper, Black Beans & Jack Cheese
Let your muffin tin help you meal-prep a week’s worth of protein-rich vegetarian muffin-tin eggs with a Southwestern spin to stash in the fridge or freezer for those extra-busy mornings. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2020
27of 27Kung Pao Chicken with Bell PeppersView RecipeHere’s an easy chicken recipe you’ll definitely want to add to your dinner repertoire. A quick marinade tenderizes the chicken and infuses flavor in this healthy version of a take-out favorite. Adding a little oil to finish the marinade coats the chicken and helps keep it from sticking to the pan. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
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Kung Pao Chicken with Bell Peppers
Here’s an easy chicken recipe you’ll definitely want to add to your dinner repertoire. A quick marinade tenderizes the chicken and infuses flavor in this healthy version of a take-out favorite. Adding a little oil to finish the marinade coats the chicken and helps keep it from sticking to the pan. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Fall 2019
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