Italian Sausage Stuffed Peppers

These Italian Sausage Stuffed Peppers are a hearty and flavorful low-carb dish, packed with savory sausage and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, they combine the essence of Italian cuisine with a healthy twist.

Italian Sausage Stuffed Peppers
40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large bell peppers
  • 300 grams Italian sausage (bulk, removed from casings)
  • 100 grams cauliflower rice
  • 50 grams diced tomatoes (canned, drained)
  • 50 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Lightly brush the outside with olive oil and place them upright in a baking dish.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the cauliflower rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, reserving a little of each for topping.
  7. Stuff the bell peppers with the sausage mixture, packing it tightly.
  8. Sprinkle the reserved mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
  9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 12 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

Tags

ItalianLow CarbDinner