10 Low Carb Snacks
Snack #10: Raw Bell Peppers and Hummus
Bell peppers are a great vegetable that are also low in carbohydrates. One cup of chopped red bell pepper contains 9 grams of carbohydrates. Three of which come from fiber. Green bell peppers are even lower in carbohydrates. One cup of green bell pepper yields 7 grams, with 2.5 coming from fiber. Add hummus as a side to add some flavor. Hummus is also low in carbohydrates and rich in numerous vitamins and minerals.
Bell peppers have been linked to reducing inflammation in the body, decreasing cancer risk, and fighting off high cholesterol levels. This effect is believed to be connected to its high vitamin A content—just one cup gives 93% of the RDA, and 317% of the RDA for vitamin C. Thus, not only is it low carb, low calorie, it also has a very well-rounded nutrient profile.
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