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Description
Discover a vibrant and healthy stuffed bell peppers recipe, perfect for a nutritious meal. These colorful peppers are filled with wholesome ingredients, making them an ideal choice for a satisfying dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add the cooked quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Spoon the filling evenly into the prepared bell pepper halves.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. You can add a little water to the bottom of the dish to help keep the peppers moist.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
- If using, sprinkle with chopped cilantro and shredded cheese during the last few minutes of baking.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground turkey with cooked lentils or more quinoa.
- Adjust the seasonings to your preference.
- These stuffed peppers are great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half
- Calories: Approx. 350-400 (will vary based on ingredients)
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Moderate
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Moderate
- Fiber: High
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Low