Description
Stuffed bell peppers are a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the warmth of home-cooked meals with the ease of customizable ingredients. These colorful vegetables are stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is not only healthy but also allows you to experiment with various fillings to cater to your dietary preferences—think quinoa instead of rice or an abundance of fresh veggies. Each serving is a celebration of wholesome goodness that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds; place them upright in the dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Mix in cooked rice, diced tomatoes (including juice), onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until heated through.
- Generously fill each pepper with the meat mixture and pack lightly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until peppers are tender.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Top with shredded cheese during the last few minutes of baking for extra richness.
- Explore different grains like quinoa for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg