Description
Healthy stuffed bell peppers are a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines colorful bell peppers with a savory filling of lean protein, wholesome grains, and fresh vegetables. Bursting with flavor and easily customizable, this recipe is not only perfect for meal prep but also ideal for cozy family dinners or gatherings. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a comforting meal at home, these stuffed peppers are sure to delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Trim bottoms if necessary to ensure they stand upright.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add ground turkey or beef; cook until browned.
- Mix in cooked quinoa or rice, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper; stir well to combine.
- Stuff each pepper with the filling mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to melt cheese on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg