Mexican Stuffed Peppers

INGREDIENTS

1LB Grass-Fed Ground Beef

½ Tablespoon Minced Garlic

½ Onion Chopped

14.5 oz No-Sugar Added Diced Tomatoes

8 oz No-Sugar Added Tomato Sauce

2 Cups Riced Cauliflower

5 Red Bell Peppers Cut in Half Lengthwise

1 Tablespoon Chili Powder

½ Teaspoon Paprika

1 Teaspoon Himalayan Salt

½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder

¼ Teaspoon Onion Powder

½ Teaspoon Coriander

1 ½ Teaspoons Cumin

Cilantro for Garnish

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:

Shredded Cheddar

Sour Cream

Salsa

Tomatoes

Guacamole

ASSEMBLY

1. In a large frying pan brown the beef on medium low heat with garlic and onions. 
2. In a medium sized mixing bowl combine chili powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander and cumin.  Mix well.
3. Add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce with the seasoning.  Mix well. 
4. Pour tomato mixture into the ground beef pan and mix well. 
5. Add cauliflower and simmer for 10 minutes. 
6. Fill each red pepper with the ground beef mixture and place in a large glass baking dish. 
7. Bake at 375° F for 40 minutes.
8. Top with cilantro and any other toppings. 

SERVES 10

HEALTH BENEFITS

Grass-Fed Beef: Does it really need to be grass-fed? YES. Grass-fed beef contains significantly more omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed beef. The optimal ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids should be 2:1.   The Western Diet has excessive amounts of omega 6 fatty acids (resulting in a much higher 6 / 3 ratio) which can promote the onset of certain diseases like cancer, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases. Increased levels of Omega 3 fatty acids can show suppressive effects. The goal is to increase your omega 3’s by getting as close to the optimal 2:1 ratio. Your brain will thank you. PLUS, it contains more conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a type of fat that’s thought to reduce heart disease and cancer risk.

Himalayan Salt:  One of the cleanest salts you can find. As opposed to conventional table salt that is heavily processed which removes its beneficial minerals.

Onions:  Contain quercetin, which is a polyphenol compound that acts as an antioxidant. Quercetin is beneficial for scavenging free radicals in the body.

Bell Peppers:  Contain a large number of carotenoids which are plant-based antioxidants that reduce the damage that oxidation causes on your cells.  Foods high in carotenoids have been shown to help reduce the risk of cancer and free radical activity. 

Cilantro:  Helps support healthy liver function and balance blood sugar.

Tomato: May reduce the risk of heart disease and several cancers. They are also considered to be beneficial for skin health and may protect against sunburns.

Cumin:  Increases the release of bile from the liver which helps digest fats in your gut.

Garlic:  Can reduce high blood pressure, and it also contains antioxidants.  Top food for gut health – it contains prebiotic fiber, plus it’s antiviral and antifungal.