This recipe is a good choice to include in a cancer-fighting diet. Beans are a rich source of antioxidants, fiber, and lignans. Lignans may have a protective effect against breast and prostate cancer. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene which can help fight endometrial, lung, prostate and stomach cancers. Garlic helps fight breast, colon, esophageal, and stomach cancers. And curcumin found in turmeric has been shown to help slow and shrink tumors. All these wonderful food-provided compounds are found in this southwestern stew containing beans, spices, brown rice and vegetables. To reduce your exposure to toxic pesticides and genetically modified foods, use as many certified organic ingredients as you can get and afford that are listed in this recipe.
Ingredients
3 Tbls. Canola Oil, organic (non-GMO)
1.5 cups Onions, organic, chopped
1 cup Celery ribs, organic, diced
2 Tbls. Garlic, organic, minced
2 cups Green bell pepper, organic, diced
1 can Tomatoes (14.5 oz. BPH-free can), fire roasted, diced,
1 cup Vegetable Broth, ready-to-serve, organic
1 can Red Kidney Beans, (14.5 oz. BPA-free can) organic, drained
1 can White Beans, (14.5 oz. BPA-free can) organic, drained
1 can Pinto Beans, (14.5 oz. BPA-free can) organic, drained
1 Tbls. Tomato Paste, (from BPA-free can) organic
3 Tbls. Chili Powder, organic
1 Tbls. Ground cumin, organic
1 Tbls. Turmeric, organic
1.5 cups Brown Rice, organic, cooked
un-drained, organic
Instructions
Chop onions, garlic, celery and peppers. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet until hot. Add the oil and swirl