Description
Delight your taste buds with this delicious stuffed bell peppers turkey recipe. This vibrant dish features tender, roasted bell peppers generously filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground turkey, rice, and fresh vegetables. Not only is it visually stunning, but it’s also a healthy option packed with protein and nutrients, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep. The customizable filling allows you to easily adapt the recipe to suit your preferences, whether you prefer adding extra veggies or spices. With just a few simple steps, you can create a comforting and satisfying meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (brown rice optional)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- salt, pepper, oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and ground turkey; cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and spices; mix well.
- Fill each pepper generously with the turkey mixture and top with cheese.
- Place in a baking dish covered with foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last five minutes to melt the cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (190g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg