Stuffed Green Peppers
Experience the vibrant crunch of stuffed green peppers, bursting with flavors that will elevate your dining experience. This easy-to-make dish combines tender green bell peppers with a savory filling of lean ground meat, rice, and spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Impress your family and friends with this visually appealing, delicious recipe that promises laughter and warmth around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium green bell peppers
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked long-grain white or brown rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Wash and slice the green bell peppers in half lengthwise, removing seeds and stems.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in the ground meat along with garlic powder and chili powder. Cook until browned.
- Mix in the cooked rice and tomato sauce, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Generously fill each pepper half with the meat mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for about 30 minutes. Uncover for the last few minutes if using cheese to melt it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approx. 280g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg