Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey are a hearty and healthy low-carb dinner option, bursting with flavor and packed with protein. This dish combines seasoned ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and cheese, all nestled in vibrant bell peppers for a satisfying meal.

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey
40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
375 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large bell peppers (any color) - 400 grams
  • 250 grams ground turkey
  • 1 small onion - 100 grams, diced
  • 1 clove garlic - 5 grams, minced
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice - 100 grams
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes - 240 grams, canned or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - 60 grams
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil - 15 ml
  • Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the peppers upright in a baking dish.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in the cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
  7. Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture, pressing down to pack it in.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
  9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 375
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

AmericanLow CarbDinner