Pepper Jack Bell Pepper Boats
Crisp bell pepper strips stuffed with creamy Pepper Jack cheese slices and seasoned for a quick crunch. A simple, low-carb snack that delivers high protein with almost zero prep time.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Heather + Lila
Heather created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Prep bell pepper strips ahead of time and store in an airtight container with a damp paper towel to keep them extra crisp.
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Instructions
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Next: Wash 1 medium green bell pepper and…
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Wash 1 medium green bell pepper and…
Wash 1 medium green bell pepper and slice off the stem. Cut the pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and white membranes, and cut into 4 wide boats.
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Take 2 slices of Pepper Jack cheese…
Take 2 slices of Pepper Jack cheese and fold or tear each slice in half so they fit neatly inside the pepper boats.
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Place 1 folded cheese piece into each…
Place 1 folded cheese piece into each bell pepper boat.
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Sprinkle 0
Sprinkle 0.25 tsp of dried oregano evenly over the tops of the stuffed peppers.
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Serve cold immediately
Serve cold immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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