Description
Stuffed bell peppers are a delightful, colorful dish that combines tender bell peppers with a savory filling of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, they are not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit various tastes. With their vibrant colors and robust flavors, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb ground turkey (or beef/chicken)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Add onions and garlic halfway through cooking.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture with rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the mixture until overflowing and place them upright in a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to caramelize the tops.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider swapping rice for quinoa or adding black beans to the filling. - Top with cheese during the last few minutes of baking for an extra layer of flavor. - These stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time; just store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.