Shared by Jennifer Williamson, LifeRx.md Member & 280-Pound Weight Loss Success Story

Bold flavors are essential for successful weight loss. Boiled chicken and steamed broccoli can be effective, but maintaining a consistent healthy diet is challenging when flavors are bland, making long-term weight loss harder than necessary. This hearty, savory recipe bursts with vibrant flavors, making it the perfect Sunday night dinner to close the week. Packed with protein and healthy fats, these sausage stuffed pepper rings are satisfying and delicious. Shared by Jenn Williamson, who lost an incredible 280 pounds with LifeRx.md’s personalized weight loss treatments, this dish proves weight loss foods can be exciting and flavorful.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage

• 1 green bell pepper

• 1 red bell pepper

• 1 yellow bell pepper

• 1 orange bell pepper

• 1 cup mushrooms

• 1 onion

• 1 sweet potato

• 1 regular potato

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 tablespoon minced ginger

• Parsley

• Italian seasoning

• Thyme

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Spray avocado oil

• 1 can garbanzo beans

• Low-calorie tomato sauce

• Cheddar cheese (1/4 cup per pepper ring, depending on brand)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Veggies

• Wash all produce thoroughly.

• Dice onion, mushrooms, sweet potato, and regular potato.

• Drain the can of garbanzo beans.

• Slice bell peppers on their side into rings at least 1/4 inch thick. Remove stems and seeds, and set aside.

Step 2: Fry Time!

• In a frying pan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Once hot, add garlic and minced ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 2 minutes).

• Add 2 pounds sweet Italian turkey sausage and cook until browned. Remove sausage from pan and set aside.

• Add diced onion, mushrooms, sweet potato, regular potato, and drained garbanzo beans to the pan with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Season with Italian seasoning, parsley, and thyme to taste. Cook until softened and well-mixed.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

• Preheat oven to 375°F.

• Spray a baking dish with avocado oil and place pepper rings in the dish.

• For each pepper ring, layer cooked sausage, 1 tablespoon low-calorie tomato sauce, and the vegetable mixture. Top with 1/4 cup cheddar cheese.

• Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.

Step 4: Plate and Enjoy!

Estimated Nutrition Per Ring

• Calories: ~440

• Protein: 32g

• Fat: 20g

• Carbohydrates: 38g

• Fiber: 8g

• Sugar: 13g
  Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on exact ingredients used.

Tips & Customizations

• Add More Vegetables: Boost fiber and nutrients with additional vegetables like jalapeño, corn, shaved Brussels sprouts, avocado, broccoli, microgreens, or sprouts.

• Cheese Alternatives: Mix in cottage cheese for creaminess and extra protein, or use fat-free cheddar or light white cheeses for lower calories.

• Lower the Calories: Replace extra virgin olive oil with spray avocado oil (10 calories per 1-second spray vs. 370 calories for 3 tablespoons olive oil). Try ground turkey or chicken instead of sausage for lower calories with similar protein.

Your Turn!

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