Tomato and Vegetable Mix (Pisto Manchego)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Tomato and Vegetable Mix (Pisto Manchego) for a healthy meal
in Vegetarian

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tomatoes
2 medium onions
3 garlic cloves
2 green peppers
1 red pepper
2 courgettes
2 tablespoons olive oil , add more if necessary
1 teaspoon sugar
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
90 calories per serving
Sugar
4g per serving
Fat
5g per serving
Pisto Manchego is a traditional Spanish dish that originates from the region of Castilla-La Mancha. It is typically served as a side dish to meat or as a main dish for vegetarians. The dish is similar to ratatouille and can be made with any combination of vegetables the chef prefers. The dish is usually served at room temperature or can be heated up depending on the preference of the chef.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat.
2.Slice the onion and garlic and add it to the pan.
3.Slice the green and red peppers and add them to the pan.
4.Cook the vegetables for about 7-8 minutes until they are soft.
5.Dice the tomatoes and courgettes and add them to the pan along with the teaspoon of sugar, salt and pepper to taste.
6.Cook for a further 15 to 20 minutes or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
7.Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is vegetarian, low in calories and high in fiber.

It’s a great way to include more vegetables in your diet, and it’s low in fat and sugar.

It’s also very easy to make and can be cooked in bulk for meal prep.

CONS

Some people might find it time-consuming to chop all the vegetables.

It might also take a bit longer to cook if you want a really thick stew-like texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vegetables in this dish are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and lycopene which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Peppers are high in vitamin C and folate which are important for a healthy immune system and preventing birth defects.
Courgettes are high in potassium and vitamin C which have been linked to lower risk of stroke, heart disease and cancer.

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