This versatile vegetable offers numerous health benefits in several bright colors.
Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers have similar amounts of nutrients.
However, red bell peppers are considered the healthiest because they have more lycopene.
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This nutrient “helps to maintain eye health, keeping your vision on point,” Zeitlin says.
Vitamin A is also essential for a strong immune system and healthy skin.
Zeaxanthin is a major component of orange bell peppers and is also high in red ones.
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Can You Eat Too Much Bell Pepper?
Yes, youcanoverdo it with bell peppers, according to Minchen.
As such, Minchen recommends limiting your bell pepper intake to just one pepper per day.
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In any case, talk to your doctor or dietitian if you experience symptoms and suspect an intolerance.
Bell Pepper Recipes and Snack Ideas
Uniquely versatile peppers can enhance many dishes.
Here are some bell pepper recipes that incorporate this subtly sweet, healthy, flavorful veggie.
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Roasted Red Pepper Dip
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We love finding delicious ways to entertainandempty our pantry.
Today’s hero product is that jar of roasted red peppers you’ve been meaning to use for months.
Sprinkle with cheese and bake, and then serve with your favorite toppings.
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(We like salsa and scallion greens.)
The recipe calls for frozen, but fresh bell peppers of any color work just as well.
Either way, you end up with a Southwestern-style side that’s satisfying and scrumptious.
Jen Causey
Tomato and Pepper Aioli
Add bell pepper to your party lineup via this tomato-and-pepper aioli.
We didn’t think so, but you should try this.
What a great way to eat your veggies…and the steak’s not bad, either!
Seared Fish Tacos With Marinated Peppers
A jar of roasted red peppers to the rescue again!
Dress in a garlicky olive oil dressing, toss, and serve.
Add a protein or leave it as-is to serve onMeatless Monday.
Anna Williams
This recipe sautes them with onion for a cheesy egg scramble.
Served with fresh cherry tomatoes and crusty bread, consider this meal as abreakfast-for-dinneroption, too.
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