Bell peppers are a vegetable or herbaceous plant that has small white flowers, it is native to America and can be eaten raw, boiled, or roasted. It is so versatile that no matter how we prepare it, it is very tasty and aromatic, making it ideal to accompany an endless variety of meats, vegetables, and cereals. It is also known as sweet pepper or chili, but the most important thing is that it is one of the foods richest in vitamin C, as it meets three times the basic daily needs or twice as much compared to citrus fruits like oranges. Bell peppers are an important antioxidant due to their high content of beta-carotene and vitamins B2 and E, thus preventing degenerative and chronic diseases. Red bell peppers also contain a large amount of lycopene, which is a carotenoid with anti-cancer properties, and they also contain a substance called capsaicin, which is an alkaloid that helps to stimulate gastric secretions, vesicular function, and significantly promote intestinal transit. (Source: Nueva Salud) Having learned a bit more about the benefits of bell peppers, why not prepare a dish with this special ingredient? Here are several recommendations. Take note. Guernica Peppers with Lemon and Salt This recipe is ready in just 10-15 minutes and is very easy. These peppers are delicious as a snack and can be found in the supermarket. Shrimp and Pepper Skewers Delicious skewers of shrimp, green, red, and yellow bell peppers, and red onion. Stuffed Peppers with Meat, Rice, and Cheese An economical recipe that can be ideal for a light and delicious dinner. The peppers are stuffed with ground beef, rice, Manchego cheese, and vegetables. Stuffed Peppers with Tuna and Sardines This tuna and sardine filling is perfect to highlight the flavor of Piquillo peppers, besides being a light dish, very nutritious and easy to prepare. Mini Pizzas with Arugula and Peppers Tasty individual portion pizzas with a homemade tomato sauce, arugula, bell peppers, and serrano ham. Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese These delicious Spanish peppers are filled with goat cheese and seasoned with parsley, thyme, and sherry vinegar. They are delicious and very healthy. Stuffed Peppers with Meat and Rice Delicious stuffed peppers with meat and rice, with a light flavor of spices. Snapper Ceviche with Peppers In ceviche, the fish is cooked in lime, snapper ceviche is delicious and fresh for summer days. Shrimp and Scallops with Pepper Vinaigrette A rich and easy recipe for shrimp and scallops with a red pepper vinaigrette. This recipe can be made with just shrimp.