Easy Homemade Comfort Food That Will Warm Your Heart

Savory stuffed bell peppers are a delightful way to elevate your weeknight meals while being easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 peppers

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Peppers

3 pieces Bell peppers Choose vibrant colors like red, yellow, or green.
1 tablespoon Olive oil For drizzling on the peppers.

For the Filling

1 pound Ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) Use your preferred protein.
1 cup Cooked quinoa or rice For added texture and nutrients.
1 cup Onion Diced for sautéing.
2 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 can Diced tomatoes For moisture.
1 teaspoon Spices (cumin, paprika, oregano) Adjust according to taste.

For Topping

1 cup Shredded cheese For topping.
¼ cup Chopped herbs (parsley or cilantro) For garnish.

Equipment

Oven
skillet
Baking Dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and slice the tops off the bell peppers, removing the seeds and membranes. Drizzle olive oil on the cut edges and place them in a baking dish.
In a skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add ground meat to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
Stir in cooked quinoa or rice, diced tomatoes, and spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Stuff the prepared peppers with the filling and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These stuffed peppers can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Experiment with different fillings and toppings for variety.

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