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Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef

Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef: Weeknight Delight

Discover Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef, a low-carb, gluten-free treat that brings satisfaction and rich flavors to your weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 3 pieces Bell Peppers Choose red, yellow, or orange for sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
For the Filling
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or black beans if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder For mild heat.
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Rice Use microwavable rice for ease.
  • 1/2 cup Frozen Corn
  • 1 large Diced Tomato
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Cilantro
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Use your favorite, dairy-free option is fine.
  • Toppings Fresh chopped cilantro and sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and place them cut side down in the baking dish. Bake for about 10 minutes until softened.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the lean ground beef to the skillet along with cumin, oregano, salt, and chili powder. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until fully browned.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, frozen corn, diced tomato, and chopped cilantro; mix well.
  6. Stuff each pepper with the beef mixture, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  7. Return the peppers to the oven and bake uncovered for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes, then serve topped with sour cream or Greek yogurt and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 550IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These stuffed peppers are a versatile dish; feel free to customize fillings based on your family's preferences.

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