Smoky Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Lentils A CIF Food Is Medicine snack inspired by Mediterranean flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Diabetes-Friendly, Cancer Prevention Education. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.

CIF Approved

Smoky Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Lentils

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Author: Colin Vareene Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: Mediterranean Courses: Snack Recipe Keys: A Anti-Inflammatory C Cancer Prevention Education D Diabetes-Friendly H Heart Healthy H High Fiber

Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 40 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 6 Estimated Cost: $ 9 Calories: 550 Best Season: All Seasons Dietary:

D Dairy-Free V Vegetarian

Description

A CIF Food Is Medicine snack inspired by Mediterranean flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Heart Healthy, High Fiber, Diabetes-Friendly, Cancer Prevention Education.

Ingredients:

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Servings

• 1 cup lentils
• 2 cups roasted sweet potato
• 1 cup tomatoes
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 cup zucchini
• garlic
• oregano
• lemon juice
• ¹⁄₄ cup walnuts
• black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Warm a skillet or saucepan over medium heat,
   Cook aromatics and vegetables until softened,
   Add protein, grains or beans, and spices,
   Simmer or sauté until cooked through and serve with herbs or citrus.

Keywords: smoky mediterranean stuffed peppers with lentils, mediterranean, snack, anti-inflammatory, heart healthy, high fiber, diabetes-friendly, cancer prevention education, 1 cup tomatoes, 2 cups spinach

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