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Bell Pepper Sandwich
5 from 39 votes

Bell Pepper Sandwich

The Bell Pepper Sandwich uses halved bell peppers as a low-carb alternative to bread, filled with cream cheese mixed with horseradish, mashed avocado, sliced ham, cheese, and lettuce. Black sesame seeds add a nutty touch on the avocado layer. The combination provides a crisp, creamy, and savory bite, making it a fresh and portable lunch option with customizable fillings.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 256 kcal
Course: Snacks, Lunch
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 1 red bell pepper 4.2oz / 120g (or choose yellow or green, medium
  • 2 tablespoon cream cheese 30g
  • ⅛ teaspoon horseradish sauce optional
  • ½ avocado 75g
  • ½ teaspoon black sesame seeds or Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • 3-4 lices ham 50g, wafer thin
  • 2 lices cheese 50g, I used Gouda
  • 2 lettuce leaves

Instructions

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  1. Slice the peppers in half lengthways. Remove the stalk and seeds.
  2. Mix the cream cheese and horseradish, if using. Spread the cream cheese mixture across the inside of both pepper halves.
  3. Step 3: Mash the avocado and season with a little sea salt. Add into the peppers and sprinkle over the black sesame seeds.
  4. Step 4: Add the ham, cheese and lettuce leaves. Put the two slices of pepper together. Option to slice in half crosswise to eat.

Notes

  • Using green bell pepper lowers net carbs to 3.4g per sandwich.
  • Substitute horseradish with wholegrain mustard for different flavor.
  • Choose any preferred sliced cheese such as cheddar, provolone, Monterey Jack, or Edam.
  • Replace ham with sliced chicken, turkey, or cured ham as desired.
  • Vegetarian options include using keto hummus and roasted eggplant slices instead of ham.
  • Store the sandwich wrapped tightly in the fridge for up to one day to maintain freshness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 256kcal (13%) Total Carbohydrates 8.5g (3%) Protein 12.8g (26%) Fat 20.4g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Fiber 3.9g (16%) Sugar 3.4g (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 256

% Daily Value*

Calories 256kcal 13%
Total Carbohydrates 8.5g 3%
Protein 12.8g 26%
Fat 20.4g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Fiber 3.9g 16%
Sugar 3.4g 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.