Red Peppers

Looking to enrich the flavors of your meals? Red peppers are the best choice there is. They have a stout shape and are sweet and yummy when cooked. You can use them in just about any meal you want to prepare, and guess what?, they are super low in calories, so your diet won’t be altered. They contain a higher degree of ripeness…

1. Slice them and add to pasta primavera, white rice, soups or chicken.
2. Make a delicious red sauce with them. Mix some tomatoes and olive oil to enhance the flavors of your meals.
3. If you’ve got the time, dehydrate your peppers and create a unique spice rub, it’s just wonderful.
4. Take some red peppers as an on-the-go snack. Chop and roast them until crunchy, and forget about counting snacking calories.

If raw, store them in your fridge crisper drawer inside a dry paper bag, they will last up to two weeks. If cooked, place them in a locked container, they will remain good inside your fridge for about 3 to 5 days.

Originated in Central and South America. Brought to you from South Florida and Honduras

1. Good source of antioxidants like Vitamin C which fight cell damage.
2. Powerful immune system booster and anti-inflammatory effects.