Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of stuffed bell peppers filled with savory rice, spices, and your choice of protein. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 lb ground meat (turkey or beef) or 1 can black beans (for vegetarian option)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cheese (mozzarella or cheddar), grated
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice tops off bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion until translucent. Add diced tomatoes and cook until fragrant.
- Mix in cooked rice and ground meat or beans; season with cumin and paprika.
- Stuff each pepper generously with the filling, pressing down lightly to pack it in.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping rice for quinoa or using different spices. Prepare stuffed peppers a day ahead; just bake when ready to serve.