SLATA MECHWIYA Tunisian pepper and chillies dish

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Zucchini is lower in calories and still provides a fresh crunch.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being versatile.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds freshness and is often more affordable.

Grill bell peppers, tomatoes, and onions over medium heat until charred, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove vegetables from grill and let cool slightly.

Peel skin off grilled vegetables and chop into small pieces.

Mince garlic and add to chopped vegetables.

Mix in olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and coriander.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped chili peppers to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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