Wow…It’s Better Than I Expected - Sataras Recipe - Low Fat Tomato Pepper Stew - Balkan Sataras

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cauliflower adds volume and nutrients while being lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Tomato paste is a cost-effective way to add tomato flavor.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper provides heat at a lower cost.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell peppers and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and stir well to combine.

Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste.

Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before removing from heat.

Serve warm as a main dish or side.

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