Stuffed Pepper

1) The Dish

This Stuffed Capsicum with Brown Rice and Garden Salad is a hearty, plant-powered meal that’s as comforting as it is vibrant. Perfect for a cozy lunch, nourishing dinner, or soul-replenishing retreat meal, it brings together tender roasted capsicum, savory brown rice filling, and a refreshing salad kissed with lemon. It’s one of those meals that looks gorgeous on a plate and feels deeply satisfying in your body — real food that loves you back. Every bite offers flavor, fiber, and soul. This is soulful nourishment for when you want to feel full, light, and alive.

2) How does this recipe taste?

This dish is rich, roasted, and bursting with earthy goodness. The capsicum becomes sweet and tender in the oven, wrapping around a savory, herbed rice filling that’s laced with garlic, onion, and tomato. Each bite is warm and grounding, balanced with the bright crunch of fresh salad leaves, cucumber, and a zesty lemon dressing. It’s mouth-watering, beautiful, and deeply satisfying — the kind of flavor that comforts and energizes all at once.

3) Why is this good for weight loss?

It’s low in calories and high in fiber, which helps you feel full without overeating. The brown rice brings slow-burning energy, while the fresh vegetables provide bulk, nutrients, and hydration with minimal calories. There’s no added oil, no processed ingredients — just natural, whole food that supports satiety, metabolism, and emotional well-being. This is weight loss without restriction — just soul-powered nourishment.

4) What makes this recipe special?

• Health: High in fiber, vitamin C, lycopene, and complex carbs that support blood sugar balance and immunity.

• Financial: Uses simple, affordable pantry staples like rice and capsicum.

• Environmental: 100% plant-based and low-impact — no animals, no excess.

• Compassionate: Kind to animals and your own body; nothing hurt in the making.

• Supports Beauty: Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C to nourish your skin and support collagen.

• Longevity & Anti-Aging: Brown rice and vegetables support gut health, reduce inflammation, and fuel healthy aging.

5) 📏 Ingredients

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6) Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F.

2. Slice the capsicum in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.

3. Sauté the onion and garlic in a splash of water or broth until soft and fragrant.

4. Add the tomato and cooked rice and stir through, letting the mixture warm and absorb flavor.

5. Stuff the capsicum halves with your rice mixture and place on a lined baking tray.

6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the capsicums are tender and lightly caramelized.

7. Toss salad leaves and cucumber with lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt.

8. Serve the stuffed capsicum hot with fresh salad on the side. Top with chopped herbs for brightness.

This is a soulful, nourishing plate — take a moment to enjoy the color, scent, and love you just cooked into being.

7) Food Wisdom

• Fiber (Brown rice, salad, capsicum): Keeps you full, supports digestion, and balances blood sugar — crucial for weight loss and gut health.

• Vitamin C (Capsicum, lemon, tomato): Boosts immunity, supports collagen, and enhances iron absorption — good for skin, energy, and vitality.

• Lycopene (Tomato): Powerful antioxidant linked to reduced inflammation and heart health. Becomes more bioavailable when cooked.

• Prebiotics (Onion, garlic): Feed healthy gut bacteria, improve digestion, and support mood and immune resilience.

• Low-glycemic carbs (Brown rice): Offer long-lasting energy without blood sugar spikes — ideal for sustained focus and weight balance.

• Hydration (Cucumber, tomato): Keeps you feeling refreshed and aids metabolism, especially in a whole food plant-based lifestyle.