Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ground Turkey
Bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground turkey, herbs, and rice, then baked until tender for a satisfying weeknight meal. The herb blend gives the filling a bright, savory flavor without heavy sauces. From prep to table, the whole dish comes together in around 30 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Baking dish
- 1 Large skillet
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers choose red, yellow, or orange for sweetness
- 1 pound ground turkey preferably lean
- 1 cup cooked rice use brown rice for more fiber
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese or cheddar for a sharper taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with olive oil.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Arrange them hollow-side up in the baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until they are fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until the turkey is browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Evenly divide the turkey mixture among the prepared bell peppers. Top each pepper with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the peppers are tender yet maintain their shape.
Notes
- For added depth of flavor, try roasting the bell peppers for a few minutes before stuffing.
- If you prefer extra tenderness, cover the baking dish with foil for the first half of baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 34gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 735mgPotassium: 933mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5535IUVitamin C: 216mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 3mg
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