Stuffed Pepper Stew with a Crisp Garden Salad
This hearty Stuffed Pepper Stew is a perfect comfort dish, packed with lean ground beef and colorful vegetables in a rich, savory broth. Paired with a fresh garden salad, this meal offers a balanced and nutritious dining experience, ideal for a heart-healthy and diabetic-friendly diet.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb beef lean, ground or steak (cubed)
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper chopped
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups swansons unsalted beef broth
- 14.5 oz no salt added diced tomatoes 14.5-oz can
- 8 oz no salt tomato sauce 8-oz can
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 4 cups mixed lettuce such as romaine and iceberg
- 1 small cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 small carrot shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sunflower seeds optional
Instructions
- **Prepare the Stew:**
- - In a large pot, cook the beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- - Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- - Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, water, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- - Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the stew thickens slightly.
- **Prepare the Salad:**
- - While the stew is simmering, prepare the garden salad. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed lettuce, cucumber, carrot, and cherry tomatoes.
- - In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with sunflower seeds if desired.
- **Serve:**
- - Ladle the stew into bowls and serve alongside the crisp garden salad.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Stuffed Pepper Stew with a Crisp Garden Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
482
% Daily Value*
Fat
32
g
49
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
63
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
16
g
Cholesterol
81
mg
27
%
Sodium
498
mg
22
%
Potassium
1542
mg
44
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
8
%
Fiber
8
g
33
%
Sugar
11
g
12
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
20947
IU
419
%
Vitamin C
87
mg
105
%
Calcium
190
mg
19
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Stuffed Pepper Stew with a Crisp Garden Salad
