Description
Turkey Stuffed Peppers are a delightful and healthy dish that combines colorful bell peppers with a savory filling of lean ground turkey, spices, and melted cheese. This flavorful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a satisfying bite that will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, these stuffed peppers are sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (low-sodium)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse and slice the tops off the bell peppers; remove seeds and membranes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until golden.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the turkey mixture generously.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish; top with shredded cheese and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg