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Stuffed Bell Peppers

Stuffed Bell Peppers

A vibrant and hearty dish made with bell peppers filled with savory ingredients, perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 large bell peppers Choose a mix of red, yellow, or green for a vibrant presentation.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice Quinoa for added protein.
  • 1 lb ground turkey or lean beef Opt for turkey for a leaner choice.
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes Canned or fresh for flavor.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp olive oil For sautéing.
  • salt and pepper To taste.
For Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese Choose your favorite.
  • Fresh herbs Such as parsley or cilantro.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Stuffed Bell Peppers
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the bell peppers by slicing the tops off and removing the seeds. If needed, trim the bottoms slightly.
  3. Sauté the onion and garlic in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until they're translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add the ground turkey or lean beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Combine the cooked quinoa or rice, diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper with the meat mixture. Stir well.
  6. Stuff each bell pepper generously with the filling mixture and place them upright in a baking dish.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

To prevent the peppers from being too watery, consider using cooked quinoa instead of rice.

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